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Personal Assistant VC8212

Independent lives

Posted 3 weeks ago, 22 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: c77df215d790452fbf1d2a70211ac8f1

Independent lives

Full Job Description

We are looking for a PA to support our 11-year-old daughter who is on the autistic spectrum and has epilepsy. You will take her on outings to places such as the park, McDonalds, KFC and other restaurants, on shopping trips and occasionally spend time with her at home doing things she really enjoys, as well as introduce her to new experiences.

She is semi-verbal and only uses communication aids in school. She requires 1:1 support and constant supervision to keep her safe as she tends to wander around and run away quickly.

When in the best mood, she is a very happy girl who loves physical activities, lots of dancing, jumping and running, meaning this can be quite a physical role requiring someone engaging and energetic. She loves music and does lots of singing, mainly the latest pop songs. She is strict with her routine and does things in a certain way which you will need to be mindful of.

You should be responsible, alert, kind, and empathic and have a hands-on approach, but a sense of fun to make her time away from us enjoyable and meaningful.

Experience of working with those with autism and epilepsy preferred, although full training will be provided. You will be required to administer Buccal Midazolam (emergency medication to be carried at all times) once trained in this.,

To take child on outings and occasionally spend time with her at home doing things she really enjoys, such as physical activities, dancing, jumping, running and singing

To provide child with opportunities and support to safely try out new experiences

To provide constant and consistent 1:1 support and supervision

To ensure child's safety at all times

To be aware of surroundings at all times and prepared to take quick action should child suddenly run off, taking particular care near roads

To assist child to become more aware of dangers

To appropriately and effectively communicate with child (she is semi-verbal) to understand her needs at all times and support with alternative methods of communication to make her needs, wishes and feelings known to those around her

To engage with and be mindful of child's routine and methods of doing things

To help child identify trigger points that may upset her

To be aware of and follow Epilepsy Emergency Care Plan as required

To carry emergency medication Buccal Midazolam at all times and administer and when required. Full training will be provided

To administer any other medication as required

To supervise toileting and support as required (minimal support needed)

To ensure ear defenders are available and used as required, for e.g. when in public toilets due to the sound of the hand dryers

To provide assistance with eating and drinking as required (child eats and feeds herself independently but follows a routine and eats the same types of food at the same restaurants)

To drive child to activities in your own car (mileage expenses will be paid)

To assist child with getting in/out of car and putting seat belt on

To apply safety locks on car doors

To book onto activities, pay entrance fees as required (the cost of which will be covered)

To order food and drinks at activities as required

To complete any other reasonable tasks as requested

Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours.

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, Disability Confident