Personal Assistant

Choices and Rights Disability Coalition; West Carr; On-site; GBP 3,300 - 4,100; Part time

Job summary

Choices and Rights Disability Coalition seeks a part-time Personal Assistant for a young man in West Carr (HU3) to support outings, appointments and social activities. The role focuses on independence, safety and confidence building for a neurodiverse individual who loves nature, animals, cinema and swimming.

Experience with neurodiverse people is preferred; training and DBS costs may be covered by the local authority. The position emphasizes respectful, person-centred support in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with neurodiverse people.

Responsibilities

• Support him to go out and socialise in the community.
• Take him to appointments and accompany him.
• Help build his trust and confidence for independent activities.
• Ensure his safety and wellbeing during outings.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Neurodiversity experience

Job description

CX932 PA wanted for a young man who likes nature and animals 6hrs pw HU3 area.

Personal Assistant wanted for a 16year old man who wants to increase his independence and get out independently of his family.

He like animals, nature and the outdoors, and is studying animal care. He likes going to the cinema and going swimming. He also likes going to The Warren and to Matthew's Hub and needs support to get back into the community.

He likes to learn and tries to educate himself and is currently teaching himself about outer space. He also likes music and playing games with his friends.

He needs someone who can support him to get out, to keep him safe and to improve his confidence. He would like someone with experience of working with neurodiverse people. He will need to build up his trust in the PA so the PA can take him to appointments and on fun social outings.

Owing to the nature of this position, any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory checking report from the Disclosure and Barring Service, the cost of which will be met by the local authority., It is important to note that Choices and Rights are not the employer, we act on the employer's behalf and we cannot be held responsible for any actions arising from your employment. We are not an agency.