Personal Assistant required to support male aged 6 years who lives in Newton Aycliffe. - Newton[...]

UKCIL Ltd; North East, Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Personal Assistant supporting a 6-year-old autistic boy in Newton Aycliffe. This role involves helping him engage in community activities during school holidays, ensuring his comfort and safety while participating in fun outings like park visits and swimming. While experience with SEND children is a plus, it's not mandatory. A valid driver's license and a car are essential, as care may occasionally take place at home. This fulfilling position offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in a young person's life, fostering their independence and joy.

Benefits

Enhanced DBS cost covered by employer

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience with autistic children is desirable but not required.
• Basic knowledge of Makaton and AAC devices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the young person to access the community during school holidays.
• Assist with personal care and preparation of light meals.

Skills

Experience with SEND children

Basic knowledge of Makaton

Understanding of AAC devices

Personal care assistance

Job description

Personal Assistant required to support male aged 6 years who lives in Newton Aycliffe.

The young person is autistic and nonspeaking. They require support to access the community during school holidays. The young person enjoys activities such as going to the park, visiting museums like Locomotion and Hopetown, soft play, swimming, and trampolining. They also enjoy car, bus, and train rides, visits to the seaside when the weather permits, sensory rooms, and small, relaxed group activities with other SEND children.

Hours / Wage

6 hours per week during school holidays, £12 per hour (up to £15 per hour if self-employed). Wages will increase in line with minimum wage increases in April 2025.

The young person requires 6 hours per week during school holidays, between the hours of 8am and 2pm on a Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday.

Duties

Duties include helping the young person access the community. The young person is fully incontinent and requires support with all aspects of personal care. Preparation of light meals such as cheese sandwiches, chicken nuggets, chips, and pizza is also required.

Additional Requirements/Information

Experience with SEND children, specifically autistic children and those with learning disabilities and anxiety, is not required but desirable. Basic knowledge around Makaton, visual supports, and AAC devices is also desirable.

Driver’s licence and own car are essential. Due to the young person’s anxiety, care might occasionally be required within your or their own home.

(Enhanced DBS will be required; employer will cover the cost)