Personal care assistant required for young male

Meeting New Horizons; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A family seeking assistance in Scunthorpe is looking for a personal assistant for their son, who requires support with mobility and personal care. The ideal candidate should be patient, creative, and fun. The role is part-time: 3 hours per week during term time and 6 hours per week in school holidays. Previous experience is desired but not essential, and an enhanced DBS check will be funded.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities is desired but not essential.
• Must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support the client’s son with accessing the community.
• Assist with personal care as needed.
• Engage in activities like listening to music and being outdoors.

Skills

Patience

Creativity

Fun personality

Job description

Our client is looking for a personal assistant for their son, who has Cerebellar Hypoplasia which impacts his mobility and motor skills. He is also non-verbal and is tube-fed. Full training will be provided.
Our client’s son requires support accessing the community, as well as with some personal care. He particularly enjoys listening to music, being outdoors and engaging in sensory activities.
The successful candidate should be patient, creative and fun.
The role is 3 hours per week during term time, and 6 hours per week in the school holidays – hours to be agreed with the employer. The role is based in Scunthorpe.
Experience is desired but not essential.
Due to the nature of the role an enhanced DBS will need to be completed, which we will fund.
If you would like to apply please email a copy of your CV to [e-mail]