Personal Assistant
| Posting date: | 19 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.45 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 17 May 2024 |
| Location: | Sunderland, Tyne & Wear |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Penderels Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SUN15965MB1 |
Summary
About the Employer
I am the employer and mother to my teenage son who has a diagnosis of ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) and learning difficulties, My son is extremely isolated but is sociable and enjoys 1-1 attention from adults. He struggles with his confidence and requires a great deal of reassurance and clear instruction and boundaries, as he can become anxious is unfamiliar places. My son has a wicked sense of humour, is inquisitive and at times can ask inappropriate questions of others. He is extremely vulnerable and very friendly, so supervision is always required. He is very energetic and enjoys being outdoors, so someone who is willing to get involved and join in, in all his chosen activities. He enjoys going to gaming, Lego, swimming and being outdoors. Particularly Forest school, going to the beach and walking. He enjoys watching Netflix and particularly enjoys anything related to Wallace and Gromit I am seeking a PA who will be able to support him in the community and on social activities, occasionally within the home with 1-1 supervision. This will also allow him time away from home, which will promote his independence. I am seeking a PA who will work closely with him to build a trusting relationship and understanding of my son’s needs. This will help him build his confidence and enjoy new experiences as well as extending his support network. The PA will be required to support my son providing him friendship, support and supervision in his chosen activities. The successful personal assistant will be required to support my son in accessing the community, engaging in new activities and experiences wherever possible. They should be outgoing, friendly, patient, enthusiastic and energetic, which will support in developing his social skills and help build his independence and confidence. The role is to befriend and offer companionship to my son with a view to extending his support network and life skills
Employer Disability and Health Conditions
• Cognitive / Learning
• Invisible
Autism and learning difficulties
The employer's hobbies and interests:
• Swimming/Walks
• Outdoors/Forest school
• Lego/gaming and Netflix
Other relevant information
• The individual has allergies. Bee and wasp stings/cats.
About the Role
Duties and Responsibilities
• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.
The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.
You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.
Transport Requirement
Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.
Required Skills
• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social
media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional
support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.
When you are Required
Specific days/times required:
• Monday,
• Tuesday,
• Wednesday,
• Thursday,
• Friday,
• Saturday,
• Sunday,
Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.
I am the employer and mother to my teenage son who has a diagnosis of ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) and learning difficulties, My son is extremely isolated but is sociable and enjoys 1-1 attention from adults. He struggles with his confidence and requires a great deal of reassurance and clear instruction and boundaries, as he can become anxious is unfamiliar places. My son has a wicked sense of humour, is inquisitive and at times can ask inappropriate questions of others. He is extremely vulnerable and very friendly, so supervision is always required. He is very energetic and enjoys being outdoors, so someone who is willing to get involved and join in, in all his chosen activities. He enjoys going to gaming, Lego, swimming and being outdoors. Particularly Forest school, going to the beach and walking. He enjoys watching Netflix and particularly enjoys anything related to Wallace and Gromit I am seeking a PA who will be able to support him in the community and on social activities, occasionally within the home with 1-1 supervision. This will also allow him time away from home, which will promote his independence. I am seeking a PA who will work closely with him to build a trusting relationship and understanding of my son’s needs. This will help him build his confidence and enjoy new experiences as well as extending his support network. The PA will be required to support my son providing him friendship, support and supervision in his chosen activities. The successful personal assistant will be required to support my son in accessing the community, engaging in new activities and experiences wherever possible. They should be outgoing, friendly, patient, enthusiastic and energetic, which will support in developing his social skills and help build his independence and confidence. The role is to befriend and offer companionship to my son with a view to extending his support network and life skills
Employer Disability and Health Conditions
• Cognitive / Learning
• Invisible
Autism and learning difficulties
The employer's hobbies and interests:
• Swimming/Walks
• Outdoors/Forest school
• Lego/gaming and Netflix
Other relevant information
• The individual has allergies. Bee and wasp stings/cats.
About the Role
Duties and Responsibilities
• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.
The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.
You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.
Transport Requirement
Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.
Required Skills
• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social
media in relation to the job role.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional
support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
• Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
• Have a lively personality.
When you are Required
Specific days/times required:
• Monday,
• Tuesday,
• Wednesday,
• Thursday,
• Friday,
• Saturday,
• Sunday,
Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.