personal assistant

Cornwall Council; Egloskerry; Presencial; GBP 15.000 - 22.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

A private arrangement in Egloskerry seeks a patient personal assistant to support an 11-year-old boy with Autism. You will build a positive relationship and provide 1:1 support to develop communication, confidence and life skills through activities at home and in the local community.

Hours are flexible up to 5 per week, mainly weekends and school holidays. A driving licence is essential due to rural location. DBS checks will be completed as part of safeguarding commitments.

Formación

• Knowledge or experience of working with young people is essential.
• A full driving licence is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Provide 1:1 support to an 11-year-old boy with Autism.
• Support communication, confidence and life skills.
• Assist with activities in the local community and at home.
• Weekend and school holiday availability; safeguarding processes with DBS check.

Conocimientos

Driving license

Communication

Autism awareness

Youth experience

Descripción del empleo

A personal assistant is required to support a happy and lively 11-year-old boy living in Egloskerry.

He has Autism and would like someone who he can build up a positive relationship with and provide him with some 1:1 support.

He would like someone to support him with his communication, developing confidence and his life skills. He loves cooking, shopping and socialising.

A personal assistant will enable him to enjoy activities in his local community.

Up to 5 hours per week are available, and this is flexible. Mainly weekend and school holiday availability will be required.

Car driver essential due to rural location.

The rate of pay is £13.45 per hour.

Some knowledge or personal experience of working with young people is essential. A full driving licence is desirable.

This is a rewarding opportunity to help a young person grow, gain independence, and make a meaningful difference in their life.

The successful applicant will be employed under a private arrangement with the family, and not be employed or carry out work for Cornwall Council.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment will be subject to the successful candidate undertaking an enhanced DBS check, the administration process will be undertaken by Cornwall Council.