Personal Assistant for a disabled child.

Cornwall Council Together for Families; Looe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local family service in Looe is seeking a Personal Assistant for two young sisters with special educational needs. The role involves providing 1:1 support to improve communication and social skills. Flexible working hours are available, with a pay rate of £12.60 per hour. Ideal candidates should have experience working with young people with special needs and a driver's license may be preferred.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge or personal experience of working with young people with special educational needs.
• Driver preferred with business class insurance.
• Successful candidate must undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to each sister, independently.
• Support communication and social skills in community activities.
• Assist with independent activities in the local community.

Skills

Working with young people with special educational needs

Effective communication

Social skills development

Job description

Overview

Personal Assistant required for two happy and easy-going sisters who live in the Looe area: 12 years old and 8 years old. The older sister is autistic while the younger is awaiting an ADHD diagnosis. They would both benefit from building up a positive relationship with a PA who can provide them with some 1:1 support, independently of one another. They would like someone to support them with their communication and social skills out in the community. They enjoy being outdoors and interests include arts & crafts and jewellery making. A personal assistant will enable them to enjoy activities in their local community while they gain independence away from their family members.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to each sister, independently of one another.
• Support communication and social skills in community and outdoor activities.
• Assist with activities in local community and help them gain independence away from family.

Qualifications & Experience

• Some knowledge or personal experience of working with young people with special educational needs is essential.
• Driver preferred with business class insurance.
• Background checks: successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check administered by Cornwall Council.

Working Arrangements

Good rate of pay at £12.60 per hour. A total of 9 hours per week are available, although this is very flexible. These hours will mostly be required during the school holidays with occasional weekend support.

Employment Status & Safeguarding

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.

Application Process

• If you would like to apply for this role, please send your CV. Alternatively, you can request an application form.
• Your CV or application form will be passed onto the family for their consideration. Due to the high number of applicants that are received for various roles, it is not possible to inform applicants if they have been unsuccessful.

Please reply to: [e-mail] and quote reference number AHDP/3006. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.