Title: Live in Buddy
Location: Barnes
Wage: Up to £16.00 gross per hour
Essential: Supporting a young person with additional needs, working in a family home environment
Start Date: ASAP
Hours and Days: Monday – Friday, 35+ hours per week
We are seeking a proactive and friendly Live in Support Worker/ Buddy for Peter, 14. He is a bright young boy who enjoys music and creating writing. Peter has cerebral palsy, is a wheelchair user and requires support with all personal care tasks, such as dressing, washing, toileting etc. Peter is non verbal and his main form of communication is through his Eye gaze system which he is using very proficiently. You will be required to support Peter with his communication and keep his system updated. Peter attends a mainstream school and is cognitively very able.
You role will be to support Peter with each aspect of his personal care from getting up to going to bed, assist with his homework, exploring new interests and having fun. There will be some light household duties when Peter is at school. Mum is very hands-on; you need to be a team player and happy to work alongside her. You will have an opportunity to travel with the family; a valid passport is a must.
This exciting position will suit a cheerful, proactive and sensitive candidate with a great sense of humour. You will be confident, self-motivated and able to work on your own initiative. Although previous Cerebral Palsy experience would be preferable it is not essential, the right personality is key and full training will be given. For more information please contact Kamila who has met this wonderful family.
This is a permanent live in position with a competitive hourly rate and nice accommodation. You will be working in a friendly environment with bright young boy.
Recruitment for this vacancy
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