Reliable, fun experienced PA needed to support a vibrant 20-year-old Eccles RL001

Blue Sky Brokers; Eccles; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive care organization in Eccles is seeking a part-time Personal Assistant to support a vibrant young man. Applicants should have at least two years of experience working with individuals with Autism, enjoy engaging in fun activities, and be confident with personal care. A valid driving license is essential. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the client's life.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with people with Autism and challenging behaviours.
• Driver with access to a vehicle (essential).
• Confident with personal care.

Responsibilities

• Support at home and in the community.
• Assist with personal care.
• Engage in fun activities like baking and crafts.
• Ensure safety and provide emotional support.

Skills

Experience with Autism

Personal care

Calm under pressure

Fun-loving attitude

Ability to engage in activities

Job description

Overview

Reliable, fun, and experienced PA needed to support a vibrant 20-year-old young man living in Eccles RL001. We are looking for two reliable, fun, and experienced Personal Assistants (PAs) to support a vibrant 20-year-old young man living in Eccles.

Client information

Client is non-verbal and has diagnoses of Autism, Pica, sensory processing difficulties, and displays extremely challenging behaviours. He has no awareness of danger, so vigilance and calm under pressure are essential.

Role type

Part Time • Permanent

Responsibilities

• Supporting at home and out in the community
• Assisting with personal care (Client is incontinent)
• Preparing food and drink as needed
• Engaging in fun activities like baking, arts and crafts, and sensory play
• Taking Client on exciting day trips to places like Alton Towers, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, and nature walks
• Ensuring safety and providing emotional and physical support

Experience and qualities

• Experienced: Minimum 2 years' experience working with people with Autism and challenging behaviours
• Energetic and fun-loving: Must enjoy theme parks, rollercoasters, and busy days out!
• Confident with personal care
• Driver with access to a vehicle (essential)
• Comfortable working in a home with a large, friendly dog

Specific requirements

• Experienced: Minimum 2 years' experience working with people with Autism and challenging behaviours
• Energetic and fun-loving: Must enjoy theme parks, rollercoasters, and busy days out!
• Confident with personal care
• Patient, resilient, and understanding
• Good sense of humour and creativity
• Reliable and consistent
• Comfortable working both 1:1 and as part of a small team
• Driver with access to a vehicle (essential)
• Comfortable working in a home with a large, friendly dog
• DBS or willing to obtain one

Required training

Experienced: Minimum 2 years' experience working with people with Autism and challenging behaviours