Personal Assistant (COB)

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Wolverhampton is recruiting a Personal Assistant to help a 9-year-old boy with autism live his life according to his wishes. You will assist with community access, safety, and personal care when needed, working alongside another PA for his twin brother.

The role is 7.5 hours per fortnight (term time only) at £14.20 per hour. A driving licence and own car are essential; DBS checks and references will be required.

Qualifications

• Must have a Full UK driving licence.
• Car and appropriate insurance.
• Experience of working with children with Autism.
• Experience of working with children with complex needs.
• Confidentiality and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support the child to access the local community.
• Ensure the client is always safe.
• Provide personal care when required.
• Duties may vary from day to day.

Job description

To assist with a variety of tasks which will enable the person who needs care and support to live their personal and social life according to their wishes and interests.

About the employer:

Our client is a delightful 9-year-old boy with autism and limited communication living in the Low Hill area of Wolverhampton who is looking to recruit a Personal Assistant to provide support for 7.5 hours a fortnight alongside another PA who will be supporting our client’s twin brother.

Support to access the local community

Ensure client is always safe

Personal care: support with personal care when required.

These duties may vary from day-to-day.

Type of person that you/they are looking for:

Values someone that is honest, reliable, punctual, non-judgemental, ability to build good relationships based on trust and respect, flexible, adaptable, easy going, able to work alone, positive, willingness to travel and understands equality and diversity.

Specific requirements: Must have previous experience of working with children with Autism and complex needs. Must be a driver with own vehicle.

Hours of work: 7.5 hours per fortnight - Term Time Only

Rate of pay: £14.20 per hour

Skills, qualifications, and experience

Full UK driving licence

Car and appropriate insurance

Experience of working with children with Autism

Experience of working with children with complex needs

Confidentiality

Good at building relationships

** PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS BASED IN LOW HILL**

Successful applicants will require DBS checks & Employment References.

This role is funded by the Local Authority and is paid 4 weekly.