Personal Assistant

Location: Branston

Position Title:

Personal Assistant

Location:

Stafford (ST16) Hourly Rate: £14.40 Hours Per Week:
Minimum 15 hours per week Vacancy Type:
Permanent Job Reference: SOLOGYD ABOUT

THE ROLE We are looking for a kind, proactive and reliable Personal Assistant to join a small, established team providing 2:1 support to a fun, active and energetic 12-year-old boy. He has a rare genetic condition (CHD8-related syndrome) and is also diagnosed with autism, severe learning disability, ADHD and Sensory Modulation Disorder. Support takes place at home and in the local community, sometimes alongside the client's mum or dad and sometimes alongside another experienced PA.

The client is non-speaking. The role focuses on supporting his daily routines, helping him enjoy meaningful activities, regulating sensory input and communicating through alternative methods. Calmness, flexibility and a positive, neuro-affirming attitude are essential. The role involves providing consistent, hands-on 2:1 support and personal care with full training provided.

Responsibilities include:

Working closely with the client's parents and other PAs to provide safe, consistent, person-centred care. Supporting emotional regulation, transitions and daily routines. Using DMI techniques to manage challenging behaviours safely and respectfully, with training provided. Planning sensory-friendly activities and community outings based on the client's interests. Supporting communication through visual aids, symbols, gestures and PODD books. Maintaining a safe, supportive and nurturing environment at home and in the community.

Communicating effectively and working collaboratively with the family and wider team HOURS Term-time weekdays :
Split shifts working alongside the client's Mum to support with both before and after school routines. Before school routines usually starts at 7:30am and the after-school routine would finish around 6pm. Occasional ad-hoc evening cover may be needed, by prior mutual agreement. Weekends:
Afternoon shifts working alongside another member of the team School holidays :
Working alongside the client's Mum, or at times with another member of the team. Hours can be discussed further in interviews. ABOUT YOU The ideal candidate will have the ability to remain calm supportive and professional where behaviours of concern may arise. You will have excellent teamwork and communication skills and be willing to complete DMI training and other role-specific training provided.

The ideal candidate will also have a high level of fitness to ensure the safety of the client when out in the community. Experience supporting children or young people with autism, learning disabilities and/or sensory processing needs is desirable however full training will be provided. Candidates require a UK driving licence and will be required to drive the client's own Motability automatic vehicle.

BENEFITS In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay in addition to: 5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions). Company pension scheme after 3 months' service, subject to the scheme rules. Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan, after successful completion of the probation period. Free training and development for all roles. Access to wellbeing and support tools.

‘Star of the Month' rewards. And so much more! SAFER RECRUITMENT All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of satisfactory references (see our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information).

SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT Solo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We will actively promote the safety, health and well-being of everyone in our care by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate within the organisation. We believe that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Please be advised that decisions regarding applications and employment are made in conjunction with our client.

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