2 X Childrens Personal Assistant / Support Worker

, Hours: An average of 8 hours per week each to be worked as 2-1 care, , Variable hours to be agreed mutually in advance., , The hours will include some flexible evening and weekend hours, one full weekend off will be given each month., , About the Job: We are seeking a Personal Assistant for an active 12-year-old boy in the Kinmel Bay area. He uses PECS and is also learning Makaton. He will need supervision to ensure his safety. We are seeking someone to accompany him on trips out, such as swimming, soft play, trampolines, bouncy castles, play areas, walks, etc., , Responsible to: You will be directly responsible to your employer, the young man's mother, , Main Tasks:, , To accompany on trips out and about for the benefits of socialisation, to include the activities he enjoys, such as swimming, paddling, soft play, trampolines, bouncy castles, play areas, walks etc. The activities will be discussed and agreed with family beforehand and will sometimes involve going out on family trips with the young man's mum and brother., , The young man is completely non-verbal (he uses PECS and is learning Makaton) but is very good at showing you what he wants or needs, so patience and good communication skills are required, , To provide constant supervision to always ensure his safety, while keeping up with his busy life, , Some personal care will be required, , Any other duties not mentioned but that fall within the scope of this role should be discussed and then mutually agreed., , Undertake any further training, as mutually agreed, , Person Specification, , , Special Conditions:, , A Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) and two satisfactory references are conditional for the post. This is a free and confidential process., , The Rowan Organisation is a registered charity which supports people who employ their own staff through Direct Payments., , Please be aware that this role is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer and you will not be employed by The Rowan Organisation, nor will we be held responsible for any situation arising from your employment.