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Female Personal Care Assistant

Penderels Trust , Pendleton, Salford

Female Personal Care Assistant

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Penderels Trust , Pendleton, Salford

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted today, 19 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: d5894d47df5a4f2981da33a8ca3a0b33

Full Job Description

  • Support to get to and from school/work/college/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.
    • 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). Transport Requirement: Car driver and car owner - must have business insurance.

    I live at home with my mum, Leanne, dad, Darren and younger sister. I have a dog called Toto; I love to cuddle and play with him. I am passionate about arts and crafts. I am very creative. I also enjoy facecare products, baking, gymnastics, trampolining, climbing and watching shows like Stranger Things and Britain's Got Talent. I was unable to attend school for quite some time, due to my complex needs; however, I have now started school and attend every day. I am so much happier now that I am back in education. I have a diagnosis of autism. For the past year and half, I have been struggling with emotional regulation. I can become very distressed and sometimes it isn't clear as to why. I struggle to communicate through words, but I am getting better at this due to support from school. You will notice my distress through my behaviours. It helps when people stay with me, at a safe distance, if I become dysregulated. It is also important not to say anything back that may make, I am looking for someone who is honest, reliable, punctual, non-judgemental, empathetic, keen to build good relationships based on trust and respect, flexible, adaptable, positive, able to respond to challenging behaviours calmly and rationally, positive, understands vulnerabilities associated with disabilities such as autism, has a good sense of humour, a willingness to travel and is confident in their ability to keep my daughter safe. I am looking for someone who possesses an understanding of autism and is willing to take on board person-centred strategies to support my daughter thrive within the community. My daughter can also present with tics when stressed or anxious and therefore will need to be supported, should anyone draw attention to this.,
  • 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 caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
  • Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
  • Have a lively personality.

    me more distressed. If I have a regular routine and structure, with clear boundaries and an understanding of what is happening around me, I will not become dysregulated. Therefore, it is important to be reliable and punctual. When I am feeling calm, I have a great sense of humour, lots of energy and you will have a fun time supporting me. I love to make friends with other young people, and just want to feel like I belong. Helping me to access the youth centre, will improve my life more than you know.