Personal Assistant / Carer AH8320

I am looking for a PA to provide support for my 16-year-old daughter. She has a great sense of humour and is one of Taylor Swift's number one fans, so an interest in pop music and films would be beneficial. Additionally, a fun outgoing nature and a willingness to talk about life and read - current favourites are Julia Donaldson and Michael Morpurgo. This role is to care and inspire a 16-year-old girl with epilepsy, cerebral Palsy and a moderate learning delay for approximately 6 hours a week, hours can be flexible, however my daughter is at school during term time from 9 am to 3 pm Monday to Friday. The ideal PA will be able to provide a calm atmosphere with no sudden noises or changes and most importantly have an understanding of epilepsy and administering rescue medication. Duties include: Medication prompting/administering Other relevant duties as required Transportation Bathroom assistance Help and assist to developing life skills such as cooking, arts and crafts, dressing for the current weather and planning trips etc. Some assistance with using the toilet, mainly help with sanitary product changing Putting coats and shoes on. While supporting with, and promoting, life skills in and around the home, to socially interact, reassuring and promoting positive associations to becoming more independent. Support with moving on from fixations and diverting attending to something new. Have an understanding of epilepsy and be able to administer rescue medication - relevant training will be provided. Candidate qualities

Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality Reliable with good timekeeping Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative Hygienic, tidy and well organised Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills Honest and cheerful Creative Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard Able to always work to high standards of health & safety Calm Enjoy jokes and questions such as " What film star would play you in a film made about you" and many others. Have a working knowledge of special needs, challenging behaviour, first aid, Epilepsy and calling for medical assistance if required. Notes: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required. Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

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