Personal Care Assistant

We are looking for a caring, energetic and playful support worker to help a lovely 7 year old boy with complex needs, including a rare genetic condition (Unbalanced Chromosome Translocation) that affects his health and development. He has vision impairment, mobility challenges, and some food intolerances. While he is non-verbal, he has his own ways of communicating his needs and responds well to patient, attentive support.He is a fun loving little boy who thrives on exploration and sensory experiences, whether that is a trip to the playground, a visit to soft play, splashing in water activities or getting stuck into messy play. Some support will also take place in the family home. Personality & Interests

• Loves exploring outdoors
• Big fan of playgrounds and soft play
• Enjoys water play
• Loves messy play and sensory activities
• Some support at home required, This role would suit someone who loves making a difference, enjoys play based support and can bring energy, creativity and consistency to each day while supporting a child with complex needs.
Services
• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Social + Leisure activities
Training
• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Moving & Handling
• Food Hygiene
• Hand hygiene
• Autism / Aspergers
Transportation
• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car
  
  Warm, patient and fun personality
• Someone active and happy to engage in play
• Experience working with children with autism, complex needs or disabilities would be desirable
• Someone who enjoys sensory activities and can encourage communication through play and interaction
• Ability to plan and organise activities independently and keep him engaged through play, sensory activities and community outings
• Reliable, flexible and able to follow guidance around care routines due to complex medical needs
• Good communication skills, including discussing annual leave or holidays in advance to ensure care arrangements are in place
• Comfortable using and pushing a wheelchair outdoors
• Moving and handling experience would be an advantage, although training can be provided
• Car driver essential
• Own vehicle required
️ Care Requirements:
• Personal care
• Safeguarding
• Meal preparation ️ (awareness of food intolerances)
  
  4 hours during term time Sunday
• 8 hours during half terms and holidays
• 12 hours of overnight support per month
Pay
• £14.67 per hour