Compassionate 15-Hour Personal Assistant

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Barrhead; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Enableby is seeking Personal Assistants (Support Workers) to support Ben, who lives in his own home and relies on visual aids to communicate. Ben is non-verbal and has autism, so a calm, patient approach is essential, with an emphasis on safety and respect.

A typical day includes personal tasks, helping with daily living, outings for nature walks, a trip to the gym, cycling, and family time. The role may involve moving and handling and positive behavioural support, with overnight support as

Qualifications

• Assist with personal care, moving and handling or positive behavioural support.
• Help Ben expand his social networks and connections.
• Ben is non-verbal and relies on visual aids to communicate his needs and wishes.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal tasks within Ben's home, maintaining his house and garden.
• Support Ben with daily living activities and outings such as nature walks, gym visits and cycling.
• Provide a calm, respectful environment and respond to Ben's communication needs using visual aids.

Job description

Enableby is seeking Personal Assistants (Support Workers) to support Ben, who lives in his own home and relies on visual aids to communicate. Ben is non-verbal and has autism, so a calm, patient approach is essential, with an emphasis on safety and respect.

A typical day includes personal tasks, helping with daily living, outings for nature walks, a trip to the gym, cycling, and family time. The role may involve moving and handling and positive behavioural support, with overnight support as