Personal Assistant / Care Assistant (Ref S002288)

Surrey Independent Living Charity; Guildford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local community support organization in Guildford is seeking a Personal Assistant to provide vital support for a 12-year-old boy with autism. The ideal candidate will have a patient and supportive approach and be willing to engage in music and outdoor activities with Leo. This part-time role involves assisting with daily routines and fostering independence, ensuring consistent support each week. Pay is £13.85 per hour for 6 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, preferably those with autism.
• Ability to adapt to a child's individual needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Leo with after-school routines.
• Encourage independence during activities.
• Join Leo in music and outdoor activities.

Skills

Patient and supportive approach

Willingness to join in music and outdoor activities

Ability to provide gentle encouragement

Reliable and consistent support

Job description

Personal Assistant / Care Assistant (Ref 009123)

Location: Farnham
Pay: £13.85 per hour
Hours: 6 hours per week

We are looking for a friendly and reliable Personal Assistant to support Leo, a 12-year-old boy with a love for music and the outdoors. Leo is autistic and benefits from 1:1 support both at home and when out in the community.

The role involves helping Leo with after-school routines, encouraging his independence, and joining him in activities he enjoys, such as going for walks, playing the keyboard, and visiting local parks.

What we are looking for:

• Patient and supportive approach
• Willingness to join in with music and outdoor activities
• Ability to provide gentle encouragement and structure
• Reliable and consistent support each week
• Leo’s family home is pet-friendly (one cat). Male or female applicants welcome.

Funding from social care services.