Buddy/Care and Support Assistant -WO

I'm looking for a fun and energetic Buddy/Care and Support Assistant for my 9-year-old son who had learning difficulties and ADHD.

The role is 33 hours per month and is to provide respite for me and my husband. It will include an overnight at our house.

I am looking for a kind, caring, and patient person who is understanding of children with disabilities, and are sensitive to their needs.

The PA should have a good sense of humour and be able to promote independence.

£11 per hour plus fuel and costs of activities covered.

Personal Assistant to Disabled Child

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Salary £11 Per Hour.

Location Hereford

Hours 33 per month

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About Me

I'm a nine-year-old boy and I live in Hereford with my mum, dad, brother, and sister. I have learning difficulties and ADHD. I also have a hearing impairment which can make my speech a little difficult to understand at times. I am very active and am always on the go. I love swimming, trampolining, and Flip Out. I am looking for a fun PA who can keep up with me!

Job details

• You will be picking me up from day activities, taking me out to tea, taking me home and staying the night before dropping me off back at my activities the next day.
• You will need to give me my night-time medication.
• I do sleep well but tend to wake early, I will be okay on my own for a little bit but then you would need to get up with me.
• I have little road sense so making sure I am safe when out and about.
• I love meeting people and will talk to anyone so making sure I'm safe while doing so.
• I can manage my personal care and dressing independently, but I do need prompting and encouraging.

About You

Previous experience of similar work is desirable but not essential, as I will make sure you get the training you need.

You must be able to understand the importance of confidentiality, be patient, calm, be a good communicator and have a good sense of humour.

A good attitude to independence is important to understand and be flexible in working style to accommodate a child with disabilities.

You will need to be a car driver/owner.

About Direct Payments

Direct payments are available from Local Authorities for people who have a care and support plan in place following a social care assessment. An amount of money is allocated to purchase the assistance and care needed to live independently.

I should stress that I will be your employer and have full responsibility for recruitment, contracts, supervision, pay, training etc. A support service assists me in meeting my responsibilities as an employer.

Salary: This is a flat rate of pay that takes account of unsociable hours and weekend working.

Hours: These are the minimally contracted hours. If I require additional support at other times I will try to give as much notice as possible, an ability to be flexible would be an advantage

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: £11.00 per hour

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: WO