Female Personal Assistant - REGNCL

Disability North; Throckley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An organization supporting children with disabilities is seeking a compassionate individual to provide part-time support to a young girl with autism in Throckley. The role involves engaging the child in playful activities during two weekday afternoons, ensuring her safety, and promoting her independence. A driving licence and access to a car are essential as the candidate will take her on outings to local parks and recreational centres.

Qualifications

• Must be able to drive and have a valid driving licence.
• Must have experience or understanding of supporting children with autism.
• Ability to use communication aids like PECS.

Responsibilities

• Support the child with activities two afternoons a week.
• Engage in fun activities such as park visits and trampoline sessions.
• Ensure the child’s safety and encourage independence.

Skills

Driving licence

Car owner

Understanding autism

Communication skills with non-verbal children

Job description

Job Overview

Reporting to: Direct Payment Employer

Location: Throckley, Newcastle upon Tyne

Hours of work: 7 hours per week (2 weekday afternoons)

Rate of pay: £13.00 per hour

Responsibilities

Support her two afternoons per week with activities such as going to the trampoline park, Tim Lamb Centre, Riverside Park in Chester Le Street and walking around the MetroCentre with a stop for ice cream.

Requirements

• Car owner driver essential for this role – must have a driving licence and own car.
• Must have permission to work in the U.K.
• Subject to DBS checks and references.
• There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.

Candidate Profile

My daughter enjoys watching her tablet, playing with her dolls, playing games like hide and seek, throwing and catching balls. She is very active and likes to visit parks and playgrounds enjoying the slides, swinging, jumping and climbing. One of her favourite playgrounds is at Hamsterley Forest. My daughter has autism and is non-verbal but is able to communicate with PECS, a Now and Next board, and gestures. The most important thing is to give her the space and time to do as much as she can to develop her independence.

Application

If you would like to work with my active daughter please fill out the online application form.

Closing date: This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.