LILS/LM/DW - Personal Support Worker - Accrington area

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We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and patient individual to support a loving child with complex needs.

The child has a diagnosis of ASD, sensory impairments, and epilepsy. They are non-verbal and communicate using a communication picture board and Makaton communication aids. Full training will be provided, including the administration of epilepsy seizure medication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing attentive, one-to-one support

• Supporting communication using sign board and Makaton

• Assisting with personal care (including nappy changes)

• Encouraging and supporting eating

• Taking the child out on enjoyable days out and activities

• Supporting access to hobbies such as swimming and other leisure activities

• Using a pram to assist with mobility when required

Additional Information:

• A driver is preferred but not essential: access to a mobility car will be provided for transporting the child

• The family home has friendly dogs and cats

• An enhanced DBS check is essential