Personal Assistant required to support a visually impaired 15-year-old

Cornwall Council Together for Families; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Cornwall Council Together for Families is seeking a friendly Personal Assistant to support a visually impaired 15-year-old in the St Austell area. You will help him access activities he loves, from cinema and gym to community outings, at a pace that suits him.

Experience as a PA, Support Worker, TA or similar caring role is beneficial, but the right personal qualities matter most. DBS clearance will be required; the role is offered via a private arrangement with the family.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Personal Assistant, Support Worker, Teaching Assistant or similar caring role is beneficial.
• DBS check will be required; administration by Cornwall Council.
• The role is a private arrangement with the family, not Cornwall Council.
• Ability to build trust and adapt support to a visually impaired teen.

Responsibilities

• Build a positive, trusting relationship at a pace comfortable for him.
• Support participation in cinema, gym, swimming and community activities.
• Help develop confidence, independence and social opportunities.
• Recognise strengths and celebrate achievements to boost self-belief.
• Ensure safety and comfort when accessing unfamiliar places.
• Adapt activities to meet his visual impairment, fatigue and mobility needs.

Skills

Friendly

Patience

Reliability

Understanding

Humour

Job description

Personal Assistant required to support a visually impaired 15-year-old

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to support a young person to build confidence, develop independence and enjoy the activities they love?

Are you an experienced PA or teaching assistant?

We are seeking a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to support a visually impaired 15-year-old young person living in the St Austell area.

He enjoys a wide range of activities including:

• Going to the cinema
• Going to the gym

Gaming is a particular passion of his, and he enjoys spending time online with his friends. He has a fantastic personality and a great sense of humour, especially once he feels comfortable and gets to know someone.

Like many young people, He doesn't always recognise his own strengths or give himself the credit he deserves. He can be hesitant in unfamiliar situations or around new people, but with patience, reassurance and gentle encouragement, he can thrive and gain confidence.

The Role

The successful applicant will support him to:

• Build a positive and trusting relationship at a pace that feels comfortable for him.
• Access and enjoy activities such as the cinema, swimming, gym sessions and other community outings.
• Develop confidence, independence and opportunities to socialise.
• Recognise his strengths, celebrate his achievements and build self-belief.
• Feel safe and comfortable when accessing unfamiliar places and experiences.
• Explore new opportunities and experiences without feeling pressured.
• Participate in activities that are suitably adapted to meet his visual impairment, pain, fatigue and mobility needs.

The successful applicant will be employed under a private arrangement with the family, and will not be employed or carry out work for Cornwall Council.

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.

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

We're looking for someone who is:Friendly, patient, reliable and understanding.Positive, encouraging and able to bring out the best in him & others.Someone with a good sense of humour who can genuinely connect with a teenager.Willing to build a relationship gradually and allow him to become comfortable in his own time.Understanding of anxiety and able to recognise when he may need reassurance, encouragement or a break.Respectful of his choices and interested in the activities and hobbies he enjoys.Understanding of disabilities and additional needs, with a willingness to adapt support accordingly.More than anything, we're looking for someone who he can genuinely connect with. Someone who sees his potential, helps him recognise just how much he has to offer, and gives him the confidence to believe in himself.This is an opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to a young person's life while building a rewarding and meaningful working relationship.Experience as a Personal Assistant, Support Worker, Teaching Assistant or within a similar caring role would be beneficial, although the right personal qualities are most important.