Personal Assistants to support 17-year-old son 03 hrs per week £15 per hrs in NR14

Personal Assistants to support 17-year-old son 03 hrs per week @ £15 per hrs in NR14

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 9e228000

Parents are looking for Personal Assistants (PAs) to support their 17-year-old son, who has ASD, PDA, ADHD and very complex needs.

He is a creative, and imaginative young person who enjoys arts and crafts, baking, cooking and spending time with his beloved cats.

Location: NR 14

About the Role

We are seeking friendly, patient, and reliable individuals to provide support and supervision during a range of indoor activities, including:

  • Arts and crafts
  • Playing board games
  • Baking and cooking
  • Any other reasonable activities that encourage engagement and enjoyment

You will ensure that he is safely supported while having fun and developing his confidence.

Person Specification

Essential:

  • Calm, caring, patient and reassuring nature
  • Enjoys working with children and young people
  • Supportive and respectful when working alongside a parent in their home
  • Able to provide constant supervision
  • Holds a full UK driving licence with appropriate business insurance
  • Understands the importance of confidentiality and respect for family privacy
  • Positive attitude with a compassionate approach

Desirable:

  • Previous experience with children and young people with ASD, PDA, ADHD and very complex needs
  • Flexible approach to working hours
  • Interest in arts, crafts, baking, and cooking

Training and Skills

  • First Aid training
  • De-escalation training (e.g., Step On/Step Up or equivalent)
  • Ligature training

Summary of Terms and Conditions

The pay rate for this position is £15.00 per hour for employed PA.

Hours and times of work: 03 hours per week and plus 3 hours per week during school holidays. Time discussed further at interview.

The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work I would normally expect to be done during 5.6 consecutive weeks.

The post is subject to the following:

  • A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer
  • Satisfactory references from two referees, one of whom must be your current or last employer
  • Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 6 months

Key Responsibilities

Services

  • Domestic Care
  • Social + Leisure activities
  • Support to remain independent

Training

  • Safeguarding Adults/Children
  • Understanding challenging behaviour
  • First Aid
  • Autism / Aspergers

Transportation

  • Full UK driving license
  • Own personal car

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

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