Personal Care Assistant D741

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment service is seeking a Personal Support Assistant in Scarborough to support a 26-year-old gentleman with Down's syndrome and autism in outdoor activities. The role requires knowledge of Makaton and the use of a car for transportation. Flexible hours are available on weekends at £15.65 per hour. A DBS check is necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience with non-verbal individuals preferred.
• Essential to have a DBS.
• Flexibility in working hours is required.

Responsibilities

• Accompany a 26-year-old gentleman on outdoor activities.
• Support him in enjoying his interests in sports and other activities.
• Ensure safe transportation to various venues.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Makaton

Ability to use a car

Job description

A Personal Support Assistant is required for up to 3 hours per week to accompany a 26 year old gentleman who has Down's syndrome and autism to enjoy outdoor activities.

The gentleman is non-verbal so a basic knowledge of Makaton would be ideal. It is essential that the Support Assistant has the use of a car to take him to various activities.

His interests are: Football, sports, bowling, playing pool and dancing.

The 3 hours are fairly flexible and can be split into various shifts or the hours in one day, depending on activity. These hours are required on a Saturday and/or Sunday daytime.

The rate of pay is £15.65 per hour.

A DBS is required for this position.

Please submit your CV quoting reference 741D.

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