Ayrshire Independent Living Network
P/T Support Worker/Driver - 01/Galston/MM
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Job Outline – P/T SUPPORT WORKER / DRIVER
Ref: 01/Galston/MM
Post Personal Assistant
to a young man in his 20s
Post
12hrs week 1 , 15hrs week 2 , alternating
Salary
Living wage rate – £13.45 per hour , wages are paid 4 weekly in arrears
Annual Leave
5.6 weeks paid Annual leave pro rate for contracted staff
Days of work / times required
To be discussed at interview
Job Purpose
To support a young man with social support , getting out and about within his community . Part of the role would be using your own car to get him to his activities ( petrol will be reimbursed )
His Hobbies are going to the gym, taking part in classes at Centerstage, community classes, going out walks, shopping, going out for lunch
Employer You will be employed by a private employer, who will be assisted to administer payroll and undertake the necessary employment support responsibilities by a relevant support organisation.
Probationary period
There is a 6 month probationary period attached to the post Successful applicant must undergo a new or update of the PVG disclosure scheme and supply 2 up to date reference contacts prior to appointment PVG will be paid by you, but be reimbursed after your first pay
You will be responsible for supporting the person to engage in all aspects of community life and activities as directed, as well as ensuring his safety whilst in your care.
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Being flexible is a key component to this job and you will be guided by the employer about the particular activities that will be undertaken, times and days the activity takes place. You will be assisting the young man with personal choice and encouraging independence.
You may be required to work in the evening as part of the role and weekends ( to be further discussed at interview ). This will usually be planned in advance.
You will be required to drive your own vehicle, therefore must have a clean drivers licence with business use ( proof will be required – copy of your car Ins )
You may at times be required to provide companionship in the young mans own home.
Person Specification
Attributes: Essential Criteria
Desirable
Qualifications Demonstrable experience of supporting people to fulfil their potential and have active lives.
Knowledge & Skills An understanding of how to support and facilitate in a way that empowers the person.
Good interpersonal skills and values reflecting social inclusion.
Excellent and effective communication skills.
Excellent listening skills.
Good organisational skills.
Working knowledge of good person-centred practice.
Experience
Can draw on lived experience of positively supporting someone as a peer or similar.
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Can engage effectively and work in partnership with others.
Have supported people to achieve positive outcomes in their life.
Personal Qualities The young man has a wide range of interests which are He is looking for someone with some similar interests or happy to support his interests.
Te person should be good at connecting into community activities and making contacts/networks Wide experience of community activities
Other You must have a full clean UK driving licence
You must be physically
You must have a good sense of humour, be flexible and reliable
There is 5.6 weeks A/L attached to the post. Of which you may be asked to use 2 weeks at the same time as the employer.
There is also a 6 month probationary period with a 1 weeks notice within this time, if the post does not work out.
Successful applicants will have to undergo a new or update of the PVG disclosure scheme prior to appointment and supply 2 up to date reference contacts, one of which should be a current or previous employer
To apply please email your CV to recuritment@ailn.org quoting Ref: 01/Galston/MM
PLEASE NOTE THAT AILN ARE NOT THE EMPLOYERS. WE ARE A SUPPORT & MAILBOX SERVICE FOR INDIVIDUAL PERSONAL EMPLOYERS IN RECEIPT OF SELF DIRECTED SUPPORT FUNDING AND HAVE NO INPUT INTO WHOM THEY DECIDE TO EMPLOY***
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