Care Assistant for Gentleman P/T £12.40 in Staple Hill

UKCIL; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A personal assistant service in Staple Hill seeks a Care Assistant to provide emotional support and help clients maintain their mental health. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals with autism, possess a good understanding of IT software, and have excellent communication skills. This part-time position offers £12.40 per hour and requires a flexible approach with a strong emphasis on patience and empathy.

Benefits

5.6 weeks of holiday per year (pro rata)

Mileage included for specific activities

Qualifications

• Experience working with someone with autism.
• Knowledge of current PIP/benefit legislation.
• Must have own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support; help maintain mental health.
• Assist with budgeting and maintaining household finances.
• Advocate when communicating with various organizations.

Skills

Experience with autism

Good understanding of IT software

Excellent written & verbal communication

Job description

Care Assistant for Gentleman P/T @ £12.40 in Staple Hill

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 8955d51d

A Gentlemen located within Staple Hill requires a Personal Assistant.
It is paramount the individual demonstrates the following attributes.
The ideal applicant should have some knowledge of ASD & ADHD, & understand the mental health problems that can occur within neurodivergent individuals.
Along with a flexible approach, the ability to show patience, understanding, and demonstrate empathy are important.

Main Duties:
Provide emotional support; and help the individual to maintain their mental health.
Assist with life admin; & helping the individual to maintain their focus.
Help with budgeting, & maintaining household finances.
Communication with contractors, tradespeople, and utilities+insurance suppliers.
Helping the individual correctly interpret and complete complex forms: e.g communications from W.E.C.I.L & DWP benefit review & application forms.
Function as an advocate, when communicating with W.E.C.I.L, DWP, & other organisations.

Essential Criteria:
Experience & understanding of working with someone with autism.
A good understanding of IT software, and computers.
Knowledge & experience of current PIP/benefit legislation.
Must have own vehicle, mileage is included for specific activities.

Personal Qualities:
Responsible, reliable, trustworthy, with a flexible approach.
Excellent timekeeping.
Previous experience as a Support-worker would be advantageous.
Excellent written & verbal communication.
Non-judgemental outlook.
Respect their clients confidentiality & privacy.

Location:Staple Hill, Bristol.Hours:3 per week (either Monday or Tuesday morning between 9 and 12)

Pay:£12.40 Per Hour.

Holiday: 5.6 weeks per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time).Start Date:ASAP.Additional InformationAppointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, funded by the employer.Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of an individual employer that we are supporting. Should your application be successful, and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the individual employer and not WECIL.

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Support to remain independent

Training

• Autism / Aspergers

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com