Personal Assistant - Social Care

Inspired to Care; North West Leicestershire; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care service is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a client with Smith-Lemi-Opriz Syndrome and associated learning disabilities. The role involves taking the client out for activities such as visiting the farm, cinema, and swimming while ensuring their needs are met for a fulfilling experience. Applicants should enjoy being active and possess a proactive mindset, along with a valid driving licence for use in this role.

Benefits

Mileage paid at £9 per week

Qualifications

• Candidate must have their own vehicle and a full, clean driving licence.
• Experience with clients with disabilities is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Taking the client out for the day, such as to the farm.
• Assisting the client during various activities including swimming and cooking.

Skills

Responsibility

Reliability

Proactivity

Job description

The Role

Preferred Days/times

8.30-3.30 Mondays

Tasks/duties

To take the client out for the day, for example to the farm.

7 hours per week

Client Main Diagnosis

Smith-Lemi-Opriz Syndrome and associated Learning Disabilities.

Focal epilepsy – Takes medication – under control no seizure for several years

Requires disabled toilet but doesn't like the door locked – PA to stand outside

Needs to rest legs while walking so will take periodic breaks

Communication

The client uses vocal communication and Makaton – if they go out they will need help as they cannot read and write

Can become frustrated when cannot be understood however does not exhibit challenging behaviours

Client Enjoys

going to the farm as they love animals, they also like cars, the cinema, discos, music, cooking and swimming - they get in and out of the pool with assistance

PA to have their own vehicle and full, clean, driving licence. Mileage payable of £9 per week.

No pets

This opportunity is suited for someone who is responsible, reliable, positive and proactive who enjoys being active.

Genuine applicants only please.

Role subject to interview and references.