PA required in LS10 to provide a safe level of care for my 24 year old daughter - Leeds - LS10

UKCIL Ltd; West Yorkshire, Leeds; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to support a young adult with mild learning disabilities and autism. This role involves providing care, promoting independence, and enhancing social skills through community outings and activities. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work unsupervised, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. This rewarding position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in someone's life. If you are passionate about empowering individuals and enjoy working with young people, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Holiday entitlement of 5.6 weeks per annum

Enhanced DBS check

Child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience in care work, especially with children and young people.
• Ability to communicate effectively with family members.

Responsibilities

• Develop social skills and promote independence for the individual.
• Take the individual on outings to build confidence and provide stimulation.

Skills

Good communication and listening skills

Ability to work unsupervised

Decision-making and sound judgement

Stress management and calmness under pressure

Building self-esteem

Job description

PA required in LS10 to provide a safe level of care for my 24 year old daughter - Leeds - LS10

Job title: Personal Assistant/ Support Worker

Reports to: Parents

Probationary Period: 3 months

Holiday Entitlement: 5.6 weeks per annum

Hours: Up to 6 hours per week (School Holidays an additional 8 hours per week)

Hourly Rate: £12.40 weekday & £15.44 weekend

Job Purpose

To provide a safe level of care for my 24 year old daughter who has a mild learning disability, autism and can be overly friendly to others. She is limited in how she spends her leisure time as ordinarily she needs support from an adult. A support worker would promote her independence in the community and also develop her confidence in using public transport. To practice bus routes with her, attend the cinema, and go out for meals. She enjoys being with her friends and ultimately if she gains in confidence this may enable her to access bowling, attend the cinema, and zumba sessions along with her peers independently.

Main Duties:

1. Develop social skills and promote independence
2. Taking her on short outings in the community to help provide stimulation and gain confidence.

Essentials

1. Show initiative and flexibility
2. Ensure she is supervised at all times in appropriate activities.
3. Be sensitive to her needs and feelings.
4. Communicate well with family and provide feedback to parents.
5. Attend work punctually and consistently.
6. Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Skills

1. To be able to work unsupervised.
2. Good communication and listening skills.
3. To be able to take decisions and make sound judgements.
4. To manage stress and stay calm under pressure.
5. To be able to build self-esteem while ensuring a safe and secure environment.

Motivation

1. To enjoy working with children and young people.

Other

You will be required to complete relevant training as well as an enhanced DBS check and child protection check.

In general, to undertake all care work with the sensitivity required to provide services in a way, which will preserve the dignity, choice, independence, fulfillment and rights of the child and their family.