Personal Support Worker
Lancashire Independent Living Service, Preston
Personal Support Worker
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Lancashire Independent Living Service, Preston
- Part time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 6 days ago, 31 Jul | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 8bff34ca05da4d8bbf947c525236f3c2
Location ref: Preston
Full Job Description
We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and patient individual to support a loving child with complex needs. The child has a diagnosis of ASD, sensory impairments, and epilepsy. They are non-verbal and communicate using a communication picture board and Makaton communication aids. Full training will be provided, including the administration of epilepsy seizure medication. Key Responsibilities:
- Providing attentive, one-to-one support
- Supporting communication using sign board and Makaton
- Assisting with personal care (including nappy changes)
- Encouraging and supporting eating
- Taking the child out on enjoyable days out and activities
- Supporting access to hobbies such as swimming and other leisure activities
- Using a pram to assist with mobility when required
A driver is preferred but not essential: access to a mobility car will be provided for transporting the child