2 x Personal Assistant DP8067
| Posting date: | 19 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.00 to £15.00 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £15.00 Mileage rate (if applicable): 35p |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 19 October 2024 |
| Location: | Ashurstwood |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Independent Lives |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LT8067 |
Summary
Details
This role is to support a Child
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Hours per week:
4- 5.5 hours per week (actual days and shift times by mutual agreement, will
include weekend days)
Hourly pay rate:
£15.00 Mileage rate (if applicable): 35p
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I'm in need of two flexible, creative and calm Personal Assistants (to work together
or with myself) for my 16-year-old son, primarily to accompany him out and about,
supporting him in his preferred activities. He loves swimming and long walks in the
countryside and shopping trips. He communicates basic needs with few words, is
sociable and friendly, yet occasionally faces challenges that he's eager to
overcome. Apply today if you love the great outdoors and want to help a young
person live his best life.
The role requires close personal contact with an individual who is extremely
vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission.
Duties include:
Eating and drinking assistance
2/3
Moving and handling
Other relevant duties as required
Shopping
Transportation
Dressing / undressing
Bathroom assistance
Candidate qualities:
Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
Reliable with good timekeeping
Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
Hygienic, tidy and well organised
Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
Honest and cheerful
Creative
Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
At least 3 years working with special need children / adults
Experienced in managing challenging behaviours if they arise (team teach
trained /positive handling training is a requirement)
Face coverings is a requirement at all times the PA is helping the child.
PA to notify parents if they have any Flu symptoms /cold/ throat infections or
any infection transmitted through airborne exposure.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working
hours, Vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission
Notes:
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an
Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be
either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by
Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed
3/3
basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is
employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule
This role is to support a Child
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Hours per week:
4- 5.5 hours per week (actual days and shift times by mutual agreement, will
include weekend days)
Hourly pay rate:
£15.00 Mileage rate (if applicable): 35p
Back to PA Vacancies
I'm in need of two flexible, creative and calm Personal Assistants (to work together
or with myself) for my 16-year-old son, primarily to accompany him out and about,
supporting him in his preferred activities. He loves swimming and long walks in the
countryside and shopping trips. He communicates basic needs with few words, is
sociable and friendly, yet occasionally faces challenges that he's eager to
overcome. Apply today if you love the great outdoors and want to help a young
person live his best life.
The role requires close personal contact with an individual who is extremely
vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission.
Duties include:
Eating and drinking assistance
2/3
Moving and handling
Other relevant duties as required
Shopping
Transportation
Dressing / undressing
Bathroom assistance
Candidate qualities:
Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
Reliable with good timekeeping
Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
Hygienic, tidy and well organised
Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
Honest and cheerful
Creative
Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
At least 3 years working with special need children / adults
Experienced in managing challenging behaviours if they arise (team teach
trained /positive handling training is a requirement)
Face coverings is a requirement at all times the PA is helping the child.
PA to notify parents if they have any Flu symptoms /cold/ throat infections or
any infection transmitted through airborne exposure.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working
hours, Vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission
Notes:
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an
Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be
either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by
Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed
3/3
basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is
employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule
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