Personal Assistant for Young Adult with Autism – Canterbury

Direct Payments; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Payment Support Service in Canterbury is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a 28-year-old individual with Autism and Down Syndrome. The role covers a mix of full-time and part-time hours, totaling 105 hours per week, with a wage of £12.71 per hour. Training is provided as needed within a family home, and no formal qualifications are required.

DBS check is required. You will help the family with activities that develop independence, including music, art, dance, sports and simple

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.
• Willingness to learn BSL and adapt to family routines.
• DBS check will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing independence through engaging activities (music, art, dance, sports).
• Support with simple household tasks and daily living activities.
• Share own hobbies to motivate and encourage participation.

Skills

Following instructions

Flexible

Job description

Direct Payment Support Service in Canterbury is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a 28-year-old individual with Autism and Down Syndrome. The role covers a mix of full-time and part-time hours, totaling 105 hours per week, with a wage of £12.71 per hour. Training is provided as needed within a family home, and no formal qualifications are required.

DBS check is required. You will help the family with activities that develop independence, including music, art, dance, sports and simple