Personal Care Assistant Sunderland, North East England, England
Job description
Job Reference SUN14642MB1 - Sunderland
About the Employer
I am the employer and father to my pre school daughter. She has a diagnosis of Severe learning disabilities, Autism and has some mobility issues. She is non verbal and has access to a special needs pushchair when out in the community, as she struggles walking distances.
My daughter requires assistance with all personal care needs, she will need support with feeding and due to her disability and young age, she still wears nappies and will require a PA to support with personal care- toileting when out and about
My daughter has a beautiful smile and lovely nature however can at times become frustrated when unable to communicate effectively with those around her or when requiring something. This can affect her mood and behaviour, resulting in her banging her head, biting herself or crying/shouting out. She is extremely drawn to all things sensory; she likes watching her IPAD and having others sing to her, colours etc: that help stimulate her. She does struggle with crowded and noisy places and this will require the successful person for the role considering this when planning activities. She enjoys basic aspects of play, picking things up and dropping them to hear the differing sounds and can spend hours engaged in this. Playing with pebbles etc:
My daughter is extremely vulnerable due to her age and disability and will require very close supervision and assistance at all times.
She is known to place things/ objects in her mouth so close observation of her will be required to ensure her safety.
We are seeking an experienced PA to provide care and support for the hours allocated, allowing us a break from our caring role and promoting independence, whilst encouraging her to try new things and access social activities away from the home.
Employer Disability and Health Conditions
- Mobility / Physical
- Cognitive / Learning
- Invisible
Other conditions include: She has a diagnosis of Severe learning disabilities, Autism and has some mobility issues. She is non verbal and has access to a special needs pushchair when out in the community, as she struggles walking distances.
The employer's hobbies and interests:
- Soft plays
- going to parks
- sensory play and music/singing
Other relevant information
- The individual keeps pets in the home. Dogs.
About the Role
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.
- Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
- Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
- Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
- Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
- The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.
You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.
Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).
Required Skills
- Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
- Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
- To be able to work on own initiative.
- To be able to follow instructions accurately.
- Be patient, supportive and caring.
- Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
- Be empathetic.
- Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
- Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
- Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
- Have a lively personality.
Other skills include: The PA should be experienced and confident, and have a good knowledge of Autism and the associated traits which may be required to be proactive in completing the tasks required for her care
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 6 per week
Salary: £11.30 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexitime
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 27/02/2023
Reference ID: SUN14642MB1
