Personal Assistant To Disabled Teen

We are a welcoming family looking for a kind, reliable and energetic PA to support our fully dependent 14y old son. Our home is full of laughter, creativity and warmth, and we are looking for someone who would share this ethos.

He has Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) and is dependent on others for all daily living needs such as feeding, mobilising, washing, changing, and hobbies.

He has lots of things that he enjoys like watching TV, watching people play video games, swimming, going out and about, animals - especially dogs, and being involved in family life.

Job details

You will provide dedicated, Compassionate support for Sam, assisting with day to day activities, personal care, and facilitating participation in. Hobbies, School and social experiences. Your role will be as much about creating joyful moments and memories as it is about practical care.

Tasks

Personal Care

You would be helping with tasks such as bathing and dressing.

Keeping room tidy so he knows where things are.

Helping with laundry.

Organising medical supplies.

He is NG fed including medication so you will need to undertake the provided training.

Supporting him to continue doing activities he enjoys.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Warm, patient and energetic

Comfortable with full personal care

Flexible reliable and proactive

Experience with Children or young people with high needs is a bonus, but not essential - he will show you the ropes!

What we will offer:

You will be valued, welcomes and genuinely become part of the family A role that is meaningful and rewarding - Sam gives the best Smiles The chance to make a lasting difference a his life

About Direct Payments

Direct payments are available from Local Authorities for people who have a care and support plan in place following a social care assessment. An amount of money is allocated to purchase the assistance and care needed to live independently.

I should stress that I will be your employer and have full responsibility for recruitment, contracts, supervision, pay, training etc. A support service assists me in meeting my responsibilities as an employer.

Hours: These are the minimally contracted hours. If I require additional support at other times I will try to give as much notice as possible, an ability to be flexible would be an advantage.

Salary: This is a flat rate of pay that takes account of unsociable hours and weekend working.