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Plymouth City Council • Plymouth PL2
About this role
About Me.
I’m a 12-year-old boy who loves getting out and about.
My favourite things include walking on Dartmoor, visiting beaches, going to the aquarium, reading, socialising and having a laugh.
My mobility is limited, so I sometimes use a wheelchair.
I need reliable, friendly support to enjoy life to the full.
About the Role.
We are building a reliable, trustworthy and confident support team and are looking for 4 Personal Assistants to join us.
This is a long-term opportunity to become part of a consistent 2:1 team that will grow with me into adulthood and beyond.
You will work alongside my existing regular support worker.
Key Duties.
Accompany me to the activities I enjoy — Dartmoor walks, beaches, aquarium visits, social outings and more.
Provide constant 2
1 support and supervision at all times — I cannot be left alone.
Assist with personal care, including toileting and pad changes.
Support safe mobility using my wheelchair and close supervision when walking.
Monitor for seizures — I must not be left to sleep unsupervised during shifts
Help build trusting, positive relationships as part of a stable team.
Hours and patterns will be discussed and can increase once good working relationships are established.
Hours & Rate
Rate of Pay
£15.79 per hour.
Hours during term time
Sunday 10am to 5pm.
Hours during school holidays
Tuesday and Sunday 10am to 5pm.
Possible Wednesday 10am to 5pm.
Would suit a SEN school employee due to required hours.
Benefits.
Sick pay.
Pension scheme.
5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata).
Rewarding, meaningful work with a great sense of purpose.
This role involves intimate personal care and a high level of responsibility. It is ideally suited to kind, reliable and bubbly people who enjoy working with children and young people.
Please do not be put off by the list of requirements — the right people will find this a very rewarding.
Person Specification.
Essential Requirements
Full UK driving licence and access to your own car.
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
Patient and understanding — I sometimes need up to 10 minutes to process information.
Clear, good communicator.
Fun, positive and outgoing personality.
Willing to undertake Epilepsy awareness training.
Reliable and trustworthy with a genuine commitment to long-term support.
Desirable
Experience or knowledge of Epilepsy and/or Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Someone who loves to sing — I love listening to people sing!
Important Information
As part of our Information Advice and Guidance Service, Plymouth City Council Direct Payments Team supports disabled people to employ their own staff. This vacancy is not a role within Plymouth City Council but an excellent opportunity to work directly for one of our clients. A right to work check will be undertaken before an any offer of employment. Vacancies may be subject to a DBS (formally CRB) check.
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