Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker – Cambridge (CB21) – PUR-617-772
| Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker | |
| Job ref. | PUR-617-772 |
| About the Direct Payment Holder |
A happy young male aged 17 with complex needs is seeking a Support Worker. He enjoys watching TV (especially football) and relaxing in his adapted living space at home. He has severe developmental impairment (Tuberous Sclerosis), is non-verbal, and uses incontinence pads. He also has epilepsy, experiencing regular seizures (usually 1–2 per day). He is mobile in safe environments such as home, school, and family houses. He enjoys playing with his toys and can feed himself finger food, but requires assistance with drinks and cannot use cutlery. When out in the community, he uses a wheelchair due to seizures and lack of awareness of dangers. |
| Hours and rate of pay | Flexible hours during school holidays, up to 10 hours per week, and some weekends
£12.50 per hour
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| Location | Cambridge (CB21) |
| DBS/Checks | Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed. |
| Training | Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required:
• Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
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| What you would be doing… |
Providing support at home and in the community Supervising in the home environment, ensuring safety while he enjoys his adapted area, garden, and play Taking for walks to the park (using wheelchair) Supporting with personal care, including changing pads when needed Assisting with meals, drinks, and access to snacks Supporting with safe mobility and supervision during activities
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| Required skills and experience | Experience of supporting individuals with special and complex needs is preferred, ideally in a SEND school or care environment
Kind, patient, and relaxed nature Comfortable supporting both complex needs and personal care Must have access to a vehicle due to home location (no regular bus routes available)
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Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *