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Young sociable person requires support with attending clubs – Wigston

Reference - AE41220
Permanent self-employed position
£19.50 per hour self-employed PA

Preferred days/times:
6 hours a week, as below:
3 hours on Monday from 6.30 to 9.30 pm
3 hours on Wednesday from 6.30 to 9.30 pm

Tasks/duties:
To pick up and take the client to their club and stay with and transport them home - club is 7-9pm on Mondays and alternate Wednesdays.
The three hours on the alternate Wednesday when they are not at their club can be used flexibly throughout that week for other activities
The personal assistant (PA) will drive the client’s wheelchair-accessible vehicle (manual at present WAV) and must possess a full, clean UK driving license, as well as be over 25 years old due to insurance requirements. Currently is using a Renault Master, which will be changing to a WAV later in the year

Client main diagnosis:
Cerebral Palsy
Brain cyst
Autism and ADHD
Weakness in all four limbs, with poor hand control and dexterity
Visual issues-Nystagmus/short sighted and astigmatism

Manual Handling
The client needs support with all transfers, utilising the ceiling track hoist. The client uses a wheelchair for mobility.

Pets
The client has a dog - It is essential that any applicant is fond of dogs, as the dog though friendly, is medium sized, and can be energetic. The PA may occasionally need to walk the dog, which could include taking it for a walk with the client.

Client enjoys:
The client enjoys activities such as going to the cinema, bowling, and crafts and has a great sense of humour and enjoys music.

This opportunity is suited for someone who is responsible, reliable, patient, friendly, proactive and respectful of others’ privacy, dignity, values, and beliefs

Genuine applicants only please.

DBS paid for by funding authority, (if you don’t already have a certificate).

Role subject to interview and references.

Genders which may apply for this job – Any

Hours per week – 6 hours per week

Hourly rate – £19.50 per hour self-employed PA

Area – Blaby, Oadby and Wigston

Driving licence required – Yes

Employer has pets – Yes

Employer is smoker – No

Required care experience – neuro-divergent (such as autism or ADHD), physical disability, sensory impairment

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