1:1 Personal Assistant for a Loving 6-Year-Old with Autism (Weekend)

Cornwall Council Together for Families; Helston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Cornwall Council Together for Families is seeking a caring 1:1 Personal Assistant to support a 6-year-old boy with non-speaking autism in Helston. You will help him enjoy activities, develop life skills and build independence at his own pace.

The role requires small but consistent engagement around 4 hours per week, mainly weekends and school holidays, at £13.45 per hour. Training in Makaton is available or can be learned. Applicants must be patient, reliable and committed to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Patient, kind, caring and reliable.
• Energetic and happy to get involved in activities.
• Experienced in supporting children with additional needs.
• Willing to learn about individual needs and communication style.
• Keen to build a trusting relationship with him.
• Experience with autistic children would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support with activities and everyday life skills.
• Assist with communication using Makaton (or willingness to learn basics).
• Some personal care and support with daily needs.

Skills

Patient

Reliable

Energetic

Experience with SEND

Job description

Cornwall Council Together for Families is seeking a caring 1:1 Personal Assistant to support a 6-year-old boy with non-speaking autism in Helston. You will help him enjoy activities, develop life skills and build independence at his own pace.

The role requires small but consistent engagement around 4 hours per week, mainly weekends and school holidays, at £13.45 per hour. Training in Makaton is available or can be learned. Applicants must be patient, reliable and committed to safeguarding.