Compassionate Special Needs Care & Support Assistant

Penderels Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Penderels Trust is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support with daily routines for an individual with autism, learning disabilities, diabetes, seizures and anxiety. The role requires patience, reliability and a respectful, confidential approach to care in the home.

Responsibilities include personal care, meal preparation, attending appointments, encouraging social activities, light gardening, and maintaining timesheets. A DBS check is required and driving may be preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior caring experience is essential.
• Experience in childcare or special needs is essential.
• Willingness to undertake required training (Moving & Handling, First Aid, Epilepsy).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care support including toileting, showering, dressing.
• Assist with cooking and meal consumption.
• Support attendance at appointments.
• Encourage social activities and outings.
• Develop a trusting, one-to-one working relationship.
• Assist with gardening and complete timesheets when required.

Skills

Honesty

Reliability

Punctuality

Confidentiality

Initiative

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Patient & caring

Listening skills

Empathy

Childcare experience

Special needs experience

Job description

Penderels Trust is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support with daily routines for an individual with autism, learning disabilities, diabetes, seizures and anxiety. The role requires patience, reliability and a respectful, confidential approach to care in the home.

Responsibilities include personal care, meal preparation, attending appointments, encouraging social activities, light gardening, and maintaining timesheets. A DBS check is required and driving may be preferred.