Befriender/Support Worker PF.CE.3.25

Take Control North Lanarkshire; Dunoon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support organization in Dunoon is looking for a Personal Assistant/Befriender to assist a 13-year-old boy with a neurological disability. The ideal candidate will provide compassionate one-on-one support, engage him in activities, and help build his confidence. This position guarantees 5.5 hours per week with flexible scheduling. The candidate must have a full UK driving license and their own vehicle. The role pays £15.00 per hour.

Benefits

Mileage allowance

Qualifications

• Must have a Full UK Driving Licence and own vehicle.
• Experience in care or understanding of autism preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one care and assistance in the community.
• Participate in social activities like gaming and swimming.
• Encourage and support the individual to promote confidence.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Friendly nature

Job description

Personal Assistant/Befriender required to assist a 13 year old boy, with a Neurological Disability living in the Dunoon area.

This young lad would like to get out and enjoy activities with someone who will befriend and mentor him. He is looking for his PA to provide encouragement and to help build his confidence.

You would be required to provide one to one care and assistance in the community with participation in social activities. Your duties would involve assisting with tasks such as:

· Going out for food

· Playing and watching football, gaming, watching movies, swimming

· Any other daily living tasks to promote independent living.

Favourite activities are playing and watching football, gaming, movies, swimming.

The most important qualities are a warm and friendly nature, someone who is good fun and has a desire to work within a caring role.

Must take a proactive and innovative approach to support and encourage individual to be involved in activities suited to their needs.

Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Driver with a Full UK Driving Licence is essential and you will be required to use your own vehicle – mileage allowance will be paid

Experience is preferred but personal experience of care or autism, will be considered.

Recruiting for 1 position.

Guaranteed permanent position of 5.5 hours per week

EXAMPLE

Saturday or Sunday: 12:00pm – 5:30pm

Hours after school may be required.

The hours can be split and employer is flexible.

£15.00 per hour