PA -8 Hours PW +4 Hrs School Holidays

UKCIL

Wetherby

On-site

GBP 3,600 - 5,500

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

UKCIL Ltd. seeks a patient, reliable Personal Assistant for a male teenager with ADHD in the Leeds area. The role is 8 hours per week with additional hours during school holidays, supporting community activities and social engagement.

You will help plan outings, navigate public transport, and provide calm, structured guidance to build confidence and independence in everyday life.

Qualifications

Patient, calm, supportive and non-judgemental.
Enjoys encouraging others and trying new activities.
Able to build trust with a young person who has ADHD.
Reliable and consistent in supporting community activities.

Responsibilities

Support safe use of public transport and accompany outings.
Plan and take part in social and leisure activities.
Help the young person remain independent with guided steps.
Engage in interests such as gaming and outdoor activities.
Provide patient, structured guidance tailored to needs.

Skills

Patience

Good communication

Reliability

ADHD awareness

Job description

PA -8 Hours PW +4 Hrs School Holidays

8 hours per week + additional hours in school holidays Location: Community-based role (Leeds area)We are looking for a patient, reliable, and encouraging Personal Assistant to support a male teenager with ADHD and a learning disability to build confidence and independence in the community and engage in social activities with other young people of his age. He has a great sense of humour, enjoys football and gaming, and is keen to try new things with the right support.This role suits someone who enjoys being active, is open to new experiences, can offer calm, consistent guidance, and is patient.

To support the young person to access social opportunities, navigate public transport, and take part in community activities that help develop independence. The role involves helping him to plan outings and accompanying him on outings to engage safely with others, encouraging him to try new things, and providing patient, structured guidance tailored to his needs.

Tasks

Support safe and confident use of public transport
Accompany the young person on outings, activities, and new experiences
Encourage independence through clear, step-by-step guidance
Help plan and take part in outdoor activities
Engage with their interests, including gaming and exploring new hobbies
Promote confidence in everyday situations
Ensure safety and wellbeing at all times

Person SpecificationEssential

Patient, calm, supportive and non-judgemental
Enjoys trying new things and encouraging others to do the same
Able to build a positive, trusting relationship with a young person who has a good sense of humour
Reliable and consistent
Confident using and explaining public transport
Able to engage with interests such as gaming
Good communication skills and able to give clear, step-by-step instructions
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Comfortable to deal with behaviours that may be challenging and understand these require support

Desirable

Experience supporting young people with ADHD or learning disabilities
Understanding of neurodiversity and person-centred support
Creative in planning activities and encouraging participation
First Aid training

Recruitment & Safeguarding Requirements

Enhanced DBS check required (or willingness to obtain one)
Right to work checks will be completed
References required prior to starting
Applicants will be asked to complete an application form
If shortlisted, an interview will be arranged
An induction will be provided and there is the possibility to access specific training in relation to supporting people with ADHD if required, as well as the following training: Safeguarding, First Aid Awareness, Person Centred Care

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