Autism Support & Activities Assistant (Driver)

£14.50 per hour; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Job summary

A personal assistant role is available in Cramlington for a loving young girl with Autism, requiring support in various activities and community engagement. The ideal candidate must have SEND experience, a clean UK driving licence, and a passion for working with children.

Tasks include engaging in sensory activities, maintaining routine, and supporting the child with personal needs. The candidate should be a dog lover and fit enough for active engagements. Females are preferred due to occupational requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Autism and ADHD.
• Ability to support engaging in sensory activities.
• Skill in prompting and supporting dressing and hydration.

Responsibilities

• Support client with community access and chosen activities.
• Assist with dressing and hydration during physical activities.
• Engage in sensory stimulating activities and maintain routine.

Skills

SEND experience

Ability to de-escalate meltdowns

Fitness level for physical activities

Driver with full clean UK Driving Licence

Dog lover

Job description

A personal assistant role is available in Cramlington for a loving young girl with Autism, requiring support in various activities and community engagement. The ideal candidate must have SEND experience, a clean UK driving licence, and a passion for working with children.

Tasks include engaging in sensory activities, maintaining routine, and supporting the child with personal needs. The candidate should be a dog lover and fit enough for active engagements. Females are preferred due to occupational requirements.