Social Support Assistant MP8427

I am looking to employ a PA to assist my 12-year-old son to safely access his local community and to improve his confidence and life skills. My son has a wonderful sense of humour, loves looking at different ways to earn money. He said that applicants must be able to remove spiders, be patient and love rollercoasters. This role will include working to increase his independence and take on some small responsibilities. You will support and encourage him to manage some of his own health needs. Support him to make healthy lifestyle choices To facilitate him to explore new hobbies and interests within the community by way of encouragement, to accompany him and to suggest new activities that he may like to try. Accompany him to access clubs and groups. Assist to develop his road safety and awareness skills. To help develop skills behaviour that may assist him with future employment. Duties include: Medication prompting/administering Other relevant duties as required Transportation Companionship 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 Must be comfortable with pets Able to always work to high standards of health & safety Additional requirements Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours 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 employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives. Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued employment contracts.

• Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
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