Personal Assistant for a Disabled Young Person

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

Job summary

A local family in England is looking for a Personal Assistant for their 16-year-old daughter with Autism. The role involves supporting her independence through daily activities like cooking and shopping, working flexible hours to accommodate her college schedule. The pay is £12.60 per hour for around 5 hours a week, and candidates must undergo a DBS check. Interested applicants should send their CV to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or individuals with Autism.
• Ability to assist with daily living activities and promote independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to promote her independence and life skills.
• Assist with cooking, shopping and exercise.
• Work flexible hours to fit around her college timetable.

Job description

Job Overview

Personal Assistant required for a 16-year-old girl who has Autism and enjoys reading, photography, beach walks and horse-riding.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to promote her independence and life skills.
• Assist with cooking, shopping and exercise.
• Work flexible hours to fit around her college timetable.

Work Details

Rate of pay £12.60 per hour. 5 hours a week available, including some weekends, school holidays and after school. The successful applicant will be employed under a private arrangement with the family and not be employed or carry out work for Cornwall Council.

Safeguarding

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 ESDP/5010