A suitable PA for a young boy aged 9 in Leeds (LS9)

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

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Job Title: Suitable PA for a Young Boy with Autism in Leeds (LS9)

Client: UKCIL

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 59d5915508e6

Job Views: 15

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Do you want to make a difference for a young person with autism?

Would you enjoy supporting them to develop independence and social skills? The role requires a commitment of 4 hours weekly during weekends and term time, with an additional 4 hours during school holidays.

Hourly Rate: £12.40 (gross) with 5.6 weeks pro-rata holidays per annum

Skills and Characteristics Required:

• Age 18+
• Reliable and committed to ensuring the young person's happiness, safety, and development
• Experience working with children; SEND experience highly desirable
• Ensuring safety and supervision at all times
• Good communication skills and common sense
• Desirable: Driving license and car ownership

Role Details:

We are seeking a suitable Personal Assistant (PA) for a 9-year-old boy in LS9 (Leeds) to support access to social and leisure activities.

The boy has a diagnosis of Autism. He is generally relaxed outside of school and prefers knowing what he is doing and in what order. He enjoys trips to trampoline parks, soft play, parks, walks (e.g., Roundhay), shopping (especially pushing a trolley or holding a basket), and using self-checkout with help. He loves food, drawing, and needs prompting to use the toilet, often with warnings. He may be anxious around animals but curious about dogs. He tends to keep to himself but can get frustrated with other children and is not aware of danger, requiring supervision at all times.

Services Required:

• Personal Care
• Social and Leisure Activities

Training Provided:

• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Understanding Challenging Behaviour
• Autism / Asperger's

Schedule and Hours:

4 hours per week, with pay at £12.40/hour. Weekly, monthly, and annual pay details are provided in the original posting.