Personal assistant for a young child ls10 - Leeds - LS10

UKCIL Ltd; West Yorkshire, Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a lively young boy with Autism. This role involves engaging Joel in various activities, encouraging him to learn new skills, and ensuring his safety and well-being during outings. The ideal candidate will be energetic, patient, and able to manage challenging behaviors while providing personal care. You'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact in Joel's life while enjoying a fulfilling and dynamic work environment. Flexibility in hours is essential, with a commitment to supporting Joel during after-school hours and weekends. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Experience with children with Autism and additional needs is essential.
• Must be able to engage actively with a lively child.

Responsibilities

• Support Joel in accessing community activities and outings.
• Administer medical support as needed, including Epi-pen and inhaler.

Skills

Understanding of Autism

Good Mobility

Ability to Support Challenging Behaviors

Resilience

Outgoing Personality

Driving Skills

Job description

Personal Assistant for a Young Child LS10 - Leeds - LS10

To support Joel with accessing activities that he enjoys in the community and citywide. To support Joel in trying new activities so that he can learn new skills and meet new people.

About the Employer:

Joel is a bubbly and very energetic 6-year-old boy. Joel likes playing with Lego and in the garden.

Joel has Autism and has a number of allergies and carries an epi-pen with him should he need it. Joel also has asthma and might require a puff of an inhaler if he does lots of running around.

Although Joel enjoys doing activities, he can struggle to concentrate for more than 10 minutes, so he likes lots of encouragement.

Responsibilities:

1. To support Joel in accessing the community and activities across Leeds.
2. To take Joel to the park, soft play, outdoor activities, and trampoline park.
3. To support Joel in burning off his excess energy.
4. To support Joyce in taking Joel out to Christmas parties, performances, or the cinema.
5. To take Joel out for lunch.

Personal Care/Health:

1. To administer Joel’s epi-pen if he has an allergic reaction (training can be given).
2. To support Joel in using his inhaler if he is struggling to breathe after doing lots of running (training can be given).
3. To change Joel’s nappy if and when required.

Duties may vary from day to day.

Type of Person We Are Looking For:

1. Someone who is flexible, reliable, and punctual.
2. Someone who is consistent.
3. Someone who is happy to travel.
4. Someone who is patient and persistent.
5. Someone who can be firm but fair.
6. Someone who has a good sense of humour.
7. Someone who is energetic and lively like Joel and who can keep up with an excited little boy.

What You Can Expect to Receive:

1. Training around administering Epi-pens and how to use inhalers for asthma.
2. You will be supported by Joyce in getting to know Joel before taking him out into the community alone.
3. You will get to spend time with a lovely, fast-paced, and energetic little boy who loves life.

Hours:

1. 10 hours over the month with additional hours over school holidays.
2. Someone who is flexible with their time and can commit to working during the week after school, weekends, and school holidays.
3. Hours and times can be agreed upon starting.

Rate of Pay:

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

1. Some understanding of children with Autism and additional needs.
2. Good mobility and able to run around and be active.
3. Ability to support Joel with challenging behaviors and if he is dysregulated.
4. Resilience and commitment.
5. Someone who is happy and outgoing like Joel and will engage in conversation.
6. Someone who can drive.

Services:

1. Meal Preparation
2. Personal Care
3. Domestic Care
4. Social + Leisure Activities
5. Support to Remain Independent
6. Training
7. Safeguarding Adults/Children
8. First Aid
9. Autism / Aspergers
10. Medical
11. Safe Administration of Medication
12. Continence Care

Schedule, Pay & Hours:

Time:

Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Mor | Aft | Eve | ONA | ONS

ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep