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Personal Care Assistant

Penderels Trust , Spalding, Lincolnshire

Personal Care Assistant

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Penderels Trust , Spalding, Lincolnshire

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted today, 20 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ec7acca317514f7dab153f8d06b49f8b

Full Job Description

  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.

    He has autism, global developmental delay, microcephaly and sensory difficulties. He needs PA to support him develop his social skills, he will like to experience his local community in positive way and will like activities such bowling , swimming and going through the shops. He also likes washing machines and going for walks.

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