Personal Assistant for disabled child

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

Job summary

A local support organization is seeking a Personal Assistant for a lively 7-year-old boy in Launceston. The ideal candidate should have experience with special educational needs and must support outdoor activities and communication. The role is flexible, requiring up to 5 hours a week, with some weekend and school holiday availability. A car driver is preferred but not essential. Candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check. The pay is £12.60 per hour.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge or personal experience of working with young people with special educational needs (essential).
• Willingness to be employed under a private arrangement with the family.
• Must undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support and build a positive relationship.
• Assist with communication.
• Support outdoor activities: walks, park play, swimming, soft play, train outings.

Skills

Experience with young people with special educational needs

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Job Overview

Personal Assistant required for a happy and lively 7-year-old boy who lives in Launceston. He has Autism and he would like someone who he can build up a positive relationship with and provide him with some 1:1 support.

He would like someone to support him with his communication. He loves being outdoors and going for walks and to the park to play. He enjoys swimming, soft play and loves trains. A personal assistant will enable him to enjoy activities in his local community and with his family.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support and build a positive relationship.
• Assist with communication.
• Support outdoor activities: walks, park play, swimming, soft play, train outings.
• Enable enjoyment of local community activities with family.

Key Requirements

• Some knowledge or personal experience of working with young people with special educational needs (essential).
• Up to 5 hours per week, flexible; some weekend and school holiday availability required.
• Car driver preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to be employed under a private arrangement with the family.
• Must undergo an enhanced DBS check (administration by Cornwall Council).
• Submit CV or request application form.

Compensation

Rate of pay £12.60 per hour.

Safeguarding Statement

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.

How to Apply

Please send your CV or request an application form to [e-mail], quoting reference number ESDP/5026. 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.