Female Personal Assistant (PA) / Support Worker-PUR-065-396
Purple Dpss, Hall End, Sandwell
Female Personal Assistant (PA) / Support Worker-PUR-065-396
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Purple Dpss, Hall End, Sandwell
- Part time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted 1 week ago, 29 May | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 60c0a7a9a9464352810b3bf70a900e9d
Location ref: Hall End, Sandwell
Full Job Description
About the Direct Payment Holder To provide social support for a 28-year-old women with Learning Disabilities by accompanying her to social and leisure activities. The role aims to develop her confidence and social skills in a fun and supportive way. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys social activities and wants to make a positive impact on someone's life by helping them gain confidence and independence. Hours and rate of pay hours £12.71 per hour 10 hours per week - Flexible - days, evenings and weekends (to be discussed at interview) Location West Bromwich (B71) DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… Key responsibilities include:
- Accompany her on outings such as:
- Theatre, cinema and live music events
- Restaurants and cafes
- Shopping trips
- Gym and other fitness activities
- Encourage and support social interactions in various settings
- Provide gentle guidance and reassurance to help build independence
- Ensure her safety and well-being during outings
- Be a friendly and supportive companion
Required skills and experience Friendly, patient and understanding personality - Experience or interest in working with individuals with learning disabilities (preferred but not essential)
- Reliable and able to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends)
- Good communication skills
- Ability to encourage and support social development
- A driver with access to a car - Essential, Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .