PA Vacancy

Personal Assistant – SHNT

Hours: Christmas day 2024 (Bank Cover)

Rates of Pay: £22.00 per hour

Area: North Tyneside, Whitley Bay

 

Purpose of Job

Supporting Stuart maintain his independence. Stuart needs 24-hour assistance to ensure he is safe, and his needs are met. Although Stuart has lots of independent living skills, he requires support to protect himself from harm, exploitation and the risks that occur within his home or community. Stuart needs the presence of someone he trusts to feel safe and secure. As a Personal Assistant for Stuart, you would support Stuart with his daily routines, house chores and meal preparation. You would also support with shaving.

 

About the individual

Stuart is 51 years old; he has a diagnosed learning disability and Autism. Stuart communicates using key words and small sentences. Stuart needs others to communicate with him through using clear and simple language.

Stuart lived at home with his Mum, however, unfortunately Stuart’s Mum passed away late 2021. Stuart has PAs currently living with him. Stuart enjoys spending time at home and in his bedroom. He enjoys listening to music and watching his favourite movies and TV shows. He likes to write down phrases actors say, and he will repeat these throughout the day.

Stuart is passionate about food and his Personal Assistants are supporting Stuart to eat more healthily. Stuart enjoys going to the local cafe nearby twice per week in the morning.

Stuart’s routine is very important to him, he likes to wake around 7am and have his morning bath. Stuart bathes independently, then makes his breakfast and puts his washing in the washing machine. Stuart is learning to use the washing machine and needs support in selecting the correct programme to use.  Stuart`s makes himself a cup of tea and will relax around his home, mainly in his bedroom, watching TV, writing, or reading. Stuart helps around the house with encouragement and can empty the bins and change his bedding. Stuart needs prompting to complete tasks.

 

This post is subject to DBS check and references.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

 

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