We are looking for a personal assistant for a 5 year old girl with cerebral palsy to help her get ready for school in the mornings with the potential for weekend hours too.
She is nonverbal, non-mobile, and uses a JEG feeding tube which all medication and fluids/milk is administrated down. Training for this will be provided.
She’s a very happy girl who likes being outdoors, singing songs and playing with her switch toys which she controls with her head and hands.
Kindness, reliability, a positive, flexible attitude and clear communication are key qualities for this role. A good sense of humour and a caring attitude will also help you connect and make a real difference while supporting a fun and happy child.
The rate of pay is £13.07 per hour, working 7-8am on weekdays with extra weekend hours available
It is essential that the postholder be a member of the protection of vulnerable groups (PVG) scheme or willing to join.
How to apply
Please send your CV and covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk, quoting Job Ref: AM RB MLC
Please note Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL) provides support to individual disabled employers. LCIL is not the employer and only provides the recruitment and administrative support to the individual employer.