Personal Care Assistant with experience of SEN

Personal Care Assistant with experience of SEN £14 ph

About Myself

I am a 12-year-old young boy who has a diagnosis of ASD and epilepsy, I reside in the Merthyr area with my mother. I am non-verbal, and able to use singular words to express my wants and needs and within school I can use PECs however can become frustrated when adults are unable to understand what I am trying to communicate. I respond well to routine and structure and visual symbols can help me to understand what is happening next. Sometimes I can display challenging behaviours and using minimal words and allowing me to have some space helps in these situations. Providing a countdown when an activity is coming to an end can also help.

I am unable to use the toilet independently therefore will need support with my personal care needs and wears pads.

I can get easily distracted and have no road safety awareness/ or any sense of danger, so ensuring my safety when out in the community is very important to remember, as I might try and run away.

I have a lovely smile and am enjoying developing interactions with adults in my class.

Likes:

• Being outdoors and going to the park.
• Open spaces so I can run around
• Swimming
• Spinning around
• Going in the car
• Having a takeaway
• Routine and structure

Dislikes

• When activities I like come to an end
• Loud noises particularly young babies and recently dogs
• Busy places

Tasks and Duties

• To access the local community and surrounding areas.
• Always ensure my safety.
• Promote my independence.
• Encourage a happy and positive atmosphere when out in the community.
• Provide reassurance when I have become unsettled

Working Hours/Rate of pay

£14 PER HOUR plus mileage to be claimed at £0.40 ppm

6 hours per week non-term time

10 hours per week school holidays

Can be worked flexible

Type of person required

• Someone who is kind and patient and will respect my needs
• Someone who has previous experience of working with children with additional needs and behavioural challenges.
• Full UK Driving licence – Desirable
• Reliability is essential
• Someone who is understanding and trustworthy
• Good clear communication skills
• Someone who will encourage independence
• Desirable if they have epilepsy training.

Training

Training is accessible if required for the job role

Additional Information

Successful applicants will be subject to a three month trial period

A DBS check will be required, this will be at no cost to yourself

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Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of Service Users. Should your application be successful, you will be directly employed by the customer and not Peoples Plus