Personal assistant for 14 year old with Autism

Cornwall Council Together for Families; Padstow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A Personal Assistant is needed for a happy 14-year-old boy with Autism living in the Padstow area. The role involves supporting him to access his local community, develop independence skills, enjoy activities like riding his scooter, swimming and using the park.

You will help him build confidence, access social groups, support communication and relationships with peers. Some weekend and school holiday availability is required; DBS checks apply; own transport desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge of working with young people with special educational needs.
• Understanding of safeguarding and welfare.
• Ability to support independence and community access.

Responsibilities

• Support the child to access local community activities.
• Encourage independence and social interaction.
• Support communication and build peer relationships.

Skills

SEN experience

Job description

Personal assistant for 14 year old with Autism

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.

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.

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.

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.