Personal Assistant & Social Activity Companion

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Hessle; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council invites applications for a Direct Payment Worker/Personal Assistant to support a young man with mild learning difficulties and developmental delay. This is an external vacancy and is not employment with East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

The role includes one-to-one companionship, assisting with social activities, travel assistance and safety. DBS and references are required; a driving licence is advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• DBS check and references required, cost covered by local authority.
• Full driving licence would be an advantage but not essential.
• Experience in one-to-one support and personal care is desirable.
• Willingness to assist with travel and social activities.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and participating with him in activities (snooker, darts, bowling).
• Cinema trips.
• Help with travel, crossing roads safely, escalators and stairs.
• Toilet prompts and locating the nearest public restroom.
• Ensuring he has fun and stays safe.

Skills

Friendly

Patient

Reliable

Good communication

Initiative

Driving licence

Job description

East Riding of Yorkshire Council invites applications for a Direct Payment Worker/Personal Assistant to support a young man with mild learning difficulties and developmental delay. This is an external vacancy and is not employment with East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

The role includes one-to-one companionship, assisting with social activities, travel assistance and safety. DBS and references are required; a driving licence is advantageous but not essential.