Job Ref SM EL, Personal Assistants needed for fun-loving teenager in Aberlady

Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living; Cockenzie and Port Seton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local community support organization is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant (PA) in Cockenzie and Port Seton. The PA will assist a 16-year-old with autism and learning disabilities in community activities such as nature walks, swimming, and daily living tasks. Ideal candidates should have experience working with individuals with disabilities, strong communication skills, and a caring nature. This position offers £14.00 per hour, with shifts available every other Sunday and additional hours during school holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting people with autism or learning disabilities.
• Ability to assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Must have a caring and fun-loving approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities in the community such as swimming or nature walks.
• Support with daily living tasks and personal care.
• Provide companionship and encouragement during activities.

Skills

Experience with individuals with disabilities

Good communication skills

Patience and kindness

Job description

Overview

Rate of pay is £14.00 per hour.

I’m Seth. I’m 16 years old, non-verbal, autistic and profoundly learning disabled but that’s not all I am. I am a fun-loving, happy, kind, caring lad with a cheeky sense of humour who needs extra help to get out there in the world. I’m looking for an awesome PA to help me enjoy activities in my community (my Mum would tag along to help out too).

I like nature walks, swimming, going to the library, attending sports sessions, going to a cafe or out for a meal or sometimes just hanging at home being cosy chilling out, playing games, reading or watching TV. I need a PA who is happy to help me with activities of daily living, communicating and personal care whilst on our adventures.

Shifts

• Four hours every other Sunday.
• Average of 10 extra hours per week during school holidays (13 weeks of the year).

How to apply / Requirements

Please state in your application which shifts you wish to do and whether you could do extra hours during school holidays. Applications welcome from people only wanting to do school holidays.

Employment is subject to the employer obtaining a PVG scheme membership statement. The employer will cover this cost.

How to apply

Please apply as soon as possible by sending your CV to [e-mail] and quote reference SM EL.