Personal Assistant
Penderels Trust , Dyke House, Hartlepool
Personal Assistant
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Penderels Trust , Dyke House, Hartlepool
- Part time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted today, 4 Dec | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: bf3aa32ad3084554b5f914ff06d4c6f0
Full Job Description
- Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication.
- Support and/or prompt to attend appointments as necessary, e.g. hospital/doctors.
- Support with food shopping.
- Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
- Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities. This role in particular will be working alongside 2nd member of staff as the main driver taking me out in my car 3 to 4 times per week, some shifts maybe longer if attending shows for example Disney on ice! Only candidates aged 18 or over should apply for this position as you will be required to administer medication. 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.
- 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 essential.
- Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
- 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. A bright bubbly personality will certainly help, and I like people singing to me so someone not afraid to burst into song is a add bonus
Full driving licence is essential as the role requires you to drive the employer's vehicle, for insurance purpose you must be 25.,
I am a 42 year old male and moving into my own bungalow. I am looking for an enthusiastic team of staff to support me 24/7. I have a rare condition called Tuberous Sclerosis Complex alongside this I have severe epilepsy, autism and a learning disability. I am non verbal however I am easy going, happy and content I do communicate in my own special way once I am familiar with you, I particularly enjoy rides out in my car amongst the countryside, I have quite an eclectic taste in music and enjoy anything sensory.