LILS/LM/UA - Personal Assistant required - Preston area

Lancashire Independent Living Service; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire Independent Living Service (LILS) in Preston area is seeking a Personal Assistant to support and motivate a child in getting ready for school. The role involves weekend duties, attending groups and activities, and mentoring the child to develop personal independence skills and awareness of road safety.

An enhanced DBS check is essential and will be arranged by the employer prior to the start of employment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of children with severe ASD and learning difficulties would be an advantage.
• An enhanced DBS check is essential and will be arranged by the employer prior to the start of the employment.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate a child in getting ready for school.
• Attend groups and activities on weekends, acting as a mentor.
• Support the child in developing personal independence skills and road safety awareness.

Job description

LILS/LM/UA - Personal Assistant required - Preston area

An opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant to support and motivate a child in getting ready for school.

The additional weekend role will involve attending groups and activities, acting as a mentor and supporting the child in developing personal independence skills and developing his awareness of road safety

A knowledge and understanding of children with severe ASD and learning difficulties would be an advantage.We are looking for a caring, energetic and motivated individual with a passion for supporting others.An enhanced DBS check is essential and will be arranged by the employer prior to the start of the employment.