UKCIL - Leeds

£12.71 to £12.71 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Personal Care Assistant for Child (9 yo) P/T 8-12 hrs PW, rate NMW (negotiable) LS26 LEEDS Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 735f75b9 Personal Assistant / Support Worker for 9 Year Old Child – Methley, Leeds (LS26) We are looking for kind, reliable and emotionally resilient Personal Assistants to support our 9 year old son in the community and at home. He is a lively and affectionate boy, with complex additional needs. He is non- speaking with attention difficulties, sensory behaviours and little awareness of danger. He requires close supervision and support to keep him safe and regulated. He can become distressed and dysregulated at times, and can have self-injurious behaviours, so this role would suit somebody calm, patient and genuinely person-centred. We are looking for people to support our son in a respectful and compassionate way. The role will include: Supporting our son at home and in the community Helping him access activities safely Sensory play and engagement Supporting communication and emotional regulation Providing support during episodes of distress Assisting with routines and transitions We are looking for someone who is: Calm, patient and dependable Non-judegemental and emotionally intelligent Comfortable supporting a child with complex behaviours Able to follow parental guidance and routines Flexible Has experience supporting children/young people with learning disabilities and SEND, behaviours that challenge (preferred but not essential) Experience in care, SEND support work or education, CAMHS, nursing, or similar areas would be welcomed. Hours are flexible, rate negotiable and can be discussed. Paid holiday. This may suit a student, teaching assistant, support worker, or somebody already working in care/SEND. Enhanced DBS required/willingness to undergo one. Based in Methley, Leeds (LS26) The usual hours are 8 per week and 12 hours per week in the school holidays. Some weekend availability is required, especially during term time - days/times by agreement. If you feel like the role may suit you, please message with a little about yourself, your experience and your availability. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Social + Leisure activities Training Understanding challenging behaviour First Aid Autism / Aspergers Medical Safe Administration of Medication Continence Care Epilepsy Awareness Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - Leeds

£13.23 to £13.23 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Care Assistant for teenager - 12 hrs p/w (term time) 16 hrs p/w (hols) @ £13.23/hr in LS17 Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 7ad5214e To assist with a variety of tasks, helping a 17-year-old full-time wheelchair user develop his independence and help manage social situations. Our teenage boy likes cinema, theatre, going for walks, eating out and gaming consoles. He also plays in a power-wheelchair football team. Our son has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy - a progressive muscle wasting condition. He also has mild cognitive impairment. He needs help with things like road safety, directions, opening and closing of doors, accessing of food and drink, carrying of items and minimal personal care. We would also like support in scribing his A-level homework, via a laptop provided. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide Safeguarding Adults/Children Moving & Handling Transportation Full UK driving license Can drive a motability equipped car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com