Job Description

Description

We are seeking a part time PA/Carer for our 11 year old son who has severe learning disabilities, non-verbal and related complex needs in the Twickenham area.

You will provide a safe, nurturing environment ensuring the best possible care and support for our son following the principles of safeguarding and child protection. You must be caring, kind, and calm as the child may use alternative methods of communication.

Support him through play therapy and other activities he enjoys (walks, swings etc) Support his mobility, some lifting up to 27kg will be required Support with his daily routine (i.e. dressing, bathing, nappy changes etc) Peg feeding experience is desired but not required as training can be provided Cleaning, ironing and other household chores to support him He may exhibit some challenging behaviour and you must be patient and learn how to manage this. You may also be asked to watch our two other children aged 8 and 10 years old. Some training will be required which will be paid for by employer Must pass DBS which will be paid for by employer

Hours

10-15 hours per week At least 1 day on the weekend required You must be flexible with your hours when necessary
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 15 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Schedule:

Every weekend Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Twickenham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you able to lift at least 27kg as our son is low mobility?
Experience:

carer or personal assistant: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

DBS or ability to pass DBS (employer will pay) (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person