Disability North
Female Personal Assistant – ELANCL
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Hours: 6.5 hours term time, 8 hours school holidays
Rate of pay: £13.34 per hour
Location: Fenham, Newcastle upon Tyne
We are looking for a caring, patient and reliable Female Personal Assistant to support a 7-year-old girl with complex additional needs.
About Elena:
- Autistic
- Learning disability
- Severe sensory processing difficulties
- Mainly non-verbal
- Communicates through gestures
Cultural and Religious Practices:
- Respectful of Islamic cultural and religious practices
- Knowledge of food preparation, dietary requirements, personal care, and modest dress standards is required
Responsibilities:
- Ensuring her safety and wellbeing at all times
- Support with feeding, dressing, bathing, and general daily care
- Prompting and support with toileting and recognizing cues
- After school support and support during school holidays
- Supporting routines and transitions throughout the day
- Monitoring behavior such as removing clothing or shoes unexpectedly and ensuring she remains safe and comfortable
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Additional Activities:
- Introduction to activities like swimming, trampolining, visits to local parks, and horse-riding lessons
- Support in participating in these activities in a calm, safe, and supportive way
Qualifications:
- Experience supporting children with autism, learning disabilities, or sensory needs is desirable but not essential for the right person
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Key Qualities:
- Patient
- Attentive
- Understanding
- Consistent and supportive care
Occupational Requirement:
- There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.
Additional Information:
- This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.
- Successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K. at the time of starting their employment.
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