Calm PA for a young girl with neurodiverse disability in Salford. MS-SC-001

Blue Sky Brokers; Salford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable childcare provider in Salford is looking for an empathetic Personal Assistant to support a cheerful child with autism. The role includes personal care, engaging in play, and administering medication when necessary. Candidates should have relevant experience and exhibit patience. The position offers flexible hours at £14 per hour, with 12 hours during term time and 19 hours during holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience with neurodiverse children, especially with autism.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Ability to encourage simple language- PECS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care support including changing and dressing.
• Engage in recreational activities to entertain the child.
• Administer medication as required.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Childcare experience

Education

Qualifications in care

Job description

Passionate, empathetic, patient PA to build a friendship with this lovely, happy little girl and have a positive impact on her life. Ensuring you provide a safe and nurturing environment. Must have a zest for life and be fun- exploring the outdoors and providing messy play opportunities. Hours can be flexible- worked out with family. Must be a driver.

Job description

• Personal care support: Undressing, changing nappy as and when required.
• Recreational: Have fun and playing games with the child. Help keep her entertained and to get know what makes her happy. Encouraging and joining in outdoor play- leisurely walks in the park.
• Mealtimes: Give snack, be present with her at mealtimes.
• Medication: Administer rescue epilepsy medication as and when required.

Specific requirements

• Proactively encouraging simple language- PECS (preferred).
• Previous experience with neurodiverse children in particular. with autism.
• Ability to deal with challenging behaviours -Be patient.
• First Aid/CPR - (preferred).
• Qualifications in care (preferred).
• If there was an emergency at school- being able collect if needs be.

Training

• DBS check.
• Epilepsy training- will be given by parents.
• Rescue medication training.- will be given by parents.

£14 an hour. 12 hours a week during termtime and 19 hours in school holidays- between 3-6pm. Mum can be flexible with these hours.