Personal Assistant Needed for a Fun-Loving 10-Year-Old Girl | £14.67 per Hour - Blyth

UKCIL Ltd.; Blyth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

UKCIL Ltd. is seeking a kind, patient Personal Assistant for a fun-loving 10-year-old girl in Blyth. The role involves helping her access community activities, outdoor and sensory play, and supporting dressing and personal care as needed.

It is after-school and holiday-friendly, with paid hours in a flexible, part-time arrangement. You will promote independence, monitor safety, and accompany her on outings, with transport support using a full UK driving licence and your own car.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism, ADHD or additional needs is desirable.
• Understanding of safeguarding and promoting wellbeing for children.
• Positive and patient approach and ability to build trust with a child.

Responsibilities

• Support community outings and leisure activities for the child.
• Encourage outdoor and sensory play and participation.
• Assist with dressing and toileting when required.
• Promote independence, confidence and wellbeing.
• Ensure the child’s safety at all times.
• Provide personal care as needed.
• Support with transport using a full UK driving license and own car.

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Flexible

Autism experience

Job description

Personal Assistant Needed for a Fun-Loving 10-Year-Old Girl | £14.67 per Hour - Blyth

Are you caring, patient and enthusiastic about supporting children to enjoy new experiences?A family in Blyth is looking for a Personal Assistant to support their 10-year-old daughter, who has autism. She loves being outdoors, getting involved in sensory activities, listening to music and dancing. The role involves helping her access activities in the community while ensuring she is safe, supported and having fun.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting community outings and leisure activities
• Encouraging participation in outdoor and sensory play
• Providing support with dressing and toileting when required
• Promoting independence, confidence, and wellbeing
• Always ensuring her safety

What We're Looking For

• A caring, reliable and flexible person
• Experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities or additional needs
• Understanding of safeguarding and supporting children with challenging behaviour
• A positive and patient approach

Hours & Pay

• 4 hours per week during term time
• 8 hours per week during school holidays
• Usually after school and during school holidays
• £14.67 per hour

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.This is a wonderful opportunity to make a positive difference in a young girl's life while helping her enjoy the activities she loves.

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Personal Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Autism / Aspergers

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car