Personal Care Assistant

Job Ref
DP/GA08

Location
Appleton

About this job

Personal Care Assistant Role

Ref: DP/GA08

Location: Appleton area, Warrington

Rate of Pay: £12.60 per hour

Hours: 5 hours per week - extremely flexible to suit the PA

We are looking for a Personal Assistant to support an 8-year-old non-verbal boy with hydrocephalus, global developmental delay, and TOFs. Despite being non-verbal, he communicates well by pointing to things he likes. He is a happy child who enjoys using his walker and wheelchair. He can be a little stubborn at times, but we are keen to help him explore the world and enjoy more outings.

He loves nursery rhymes, especially those sung using Makaton.

The child is able to step into a car and turn into his seat with support. He is very small for his age, so gentle handling is essential.

Duties include:

Supporting the child to access the community, e.g. picking him up from home and taking him to the cinema, sensory centres, accessible parks, or out for ice cream

Providing personal care if required (he uses pads due to incontinence and may need changing during outings)

Personal Requirements:

Must hold a valid driving licence and have access to a car with business insurance

Experience in a similar role is preferable

Familiarity with Makaton is desirable

A DBS check is required (provided free of charge)

How to Apply:

To apply, please send a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to the Warrington Disability Partnership - Independent Living Team:

Email: iltrecruitment@disabilitypartnership.org.uk

Reference: DP/GA08

The Independent Living Team will forward your application to the prospective employer, who will conduct interviews.

How to apply

To apply, please send a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to the Warrington Disability Partnership Independent Living Team, quoting reference DP/GA08

iltrecruitment@disabilitypartnership.org.uk

The Independent Living Team will forward your application to the prospective employer who will conduct interviews.