We are looking for a compassionate and friendly female PA, to support a bright and articulate teenage girl with Cerebral Palsy.
Despite her physical disability, she is fully verbal, cognitively able and both intelligent and curious. She loves reading and watching films and is looking for someone who can be both a helping hand and a cheerful companion.
Experience is welcome but not essential - the right attitude and willingness to learn matter most. If you're interested in making a genuine difference in someone's life, we'd love to hear from you.
Female applicants only due to personal care (Schedule 9, P1 of the Equality Act 2010 applies).
Location: Sheringham
Details:
Assisting with moving and handling using a hoist
Providing personal care
Being a companion and engaging in friendly conversation
Accompanying her on outings in the community e.g. a bookshop or cinema
Person specification:
Listed below are the skills, competencies and qualities that are essential and desirable for the post. My assessment of these, both on application and at interview, will be the main factor in determining if you are successful. Please refer to these when submitting your application.
Essential:
Friendly, caring, patient
Reliable and trustworthy
Desirable:
Full UK driving licence
Previous experience working with children
Summary terms and conditions:
The rate of pay for this position is 12.38 per hour.
You will be reimbursed for any agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.
Hours and times of work: 4 hours per week, flexible and negotiable for the right candidate
If this job requires any of the following: manual handling, handling of hazardous chemical, food handling or the handling of medication, you will be required undertake annual training.
The post is subject to the following:
A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.
Satisfactory references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer.
Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 6 months.
Key Responsibilities
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Services
Meal Preparation
Personal Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent