At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a young man with autism in daily activities and community engagement.
- Company: Penderels Trust, a caring and inclusive employer.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Work with pets and enjoy a dynamic, supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a rewarding role that allows you to build meaningful relationships and support personal growth.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed, just a caring attitude and willingness to help.
The predicted salary is between 13.75 - 13.75 £ per hour.
We are looking for a Personal Assistant to support a very happy, gentle, and easy-going young man with autism and a learning disability. He has a particular love of animals and enjoys opportunities to spend time around them and engage in activities that reflect his interests. The successful applicant will support him to access his local community, enjoy meaningful activities, and develop his confidence, independence, and life skills in a safe and positive way. We are seeking someone who is patient, caring, and reliable, with a genuine interest in supporting people to achieve their goals and enjoy new experiences. A positive attitude and person-centred approach are essential. This is a rewarding opportunity to build a meaningful relationship with a wonderful young man and make a positive difference to his quality of life while sharing in the activities he enjoys most.
Other relevant information: The individual keeps pets in the home. One cat, usually outdoors.
About the Role
- 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.
- Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
- Support with food shopping.
- Support to get to and from social activities.
- 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.
- Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.
Transport Requirement: Car driver preferred but not essential.
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 work as part of a team.
- 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 caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
- Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis.
- Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
- Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
- Have a lively personality.
- Be able to motivate and negotiate.
Location: Grendon, Atherstone
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