personal assistant

Cornwall Council; Padstow; Presencial; GBP 17.000 - 24.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Cornwall Council is seeking a Personal Assistant for a happy 14-year-old boy in the Padstow area who has Autism and enjoys an active lifestyle, including riding his scooter, swimming and using the local park facilities. The role involves supporting him to access his local community, develop independence, encourage social participation, support his communication, and help him build confidence and friendships with peers.

Own transport is desirable.

Formación

• Some knowledge or personal experience of working with young people with special educational needs is essential.
• Own transport is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Provide support for the young person to access the local community and develop independence skills.
• Encourage participation in local social groups, support communication, build confidence and help form peer relationships.

Conocimientos

SEN experience

Communication with young people

Descripción del empleo

Personal Assistant required for a happy 14-year-old boy, living in the Padstow area, who has Autism and enjoys an active lifestyle, riding his scooter, swimming and using the local park facilities.

He also enjoys reading and computer games.

Personal assistant to provide support for this young person to access his local community and to develop his independence skills. The personal assistant will also encourage him to access local social groups, support his communication and to develop his confidence and assist him to build relationships with his peers.

Own transport is desirable.

Some knowledge or personal experience of working with young people with special educational needs is essential.

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.

Rate of pay £15 per hour.

Up to 4 hours per week are available, although this is very flexible.

Some weekend and school holiday availability will be required.