Personal Assistant - 4 Hours Per Week (SDS/DC/330234)

Self Direct Support Options Fife; St Monans; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support organization in Scotland is seeking a caring personal assistant for a 12-year-old boy with Autism and ADHD. The role involves engaging the boy in various outdoor activities, managing his medical needs, and providing compassionate support. A positive attitude and enhanced PVG disclosure are essential. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in a child's life.

Qualifications

• Must be caring and patient while supporting the client during activities.
• Experience managing medical needs related to asthma is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the client in outdoor activities and daily engagement.
• Encourage participation in activities the client enjoys.
• Observe and assist the client for safety.

Skills

Caring attitude

Good sense of humour

Reliability

Fitness

Education

Enhanced PVG disclosure (Protecting Vulnerable Groups)

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a personal assistant for our client who is a happy and energetic 12-year-old boy with Autism, ADHD and a learning disability.

Responsibilities

• Support the client to get out and about and enjoy time outside of school, including activities such as parks, walks, swimming, the beach, visits to Costas or the ice cream shop, and other suitable outdoor activities.
• Encourage and participate in other activities the client enjoys.
• Be patient, kind and understanding to support him during activities.
• Be observant and maintain a good level of fitness; assist as the client has little sense of danger.
• Manage medical needs related to asthma and other conditions; prior experience is beneficial.

Qualifications / Attributes

• Caring attitude and a good sense of humour.
• Reliable with a positive and flexible approach to work.
• Enhanced PVG disclosure (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) – required.