Personal Assistant / Support Worker DP/AH08

Warrington Disability Partnership; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Warrington Disability Partnership in Warrington is seeking a part-time Personal Assistant / Support Worker to support an 8-year-old autistic girl who is non-verbal. The role involves one-to-one support, helping her enjoy activities and build confidence at her own pace.

Tasks include assisting with water and sand play, walks, community outings, and following routines. A DBS check and references are required; weekend availability preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting autistic children or children with additional needs is desirable but not essential.
• A DBS check and references will be required.
• Weekend availability and a willingness to work 4 hours per week are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Spend one-to-one time with the child.
• Support activities she enjoys, including water and sand play.
• Go for walks and visits to local places.
• Support access to community activities.
• Follow routines and meeting individual needs.
• Provide calm and attentive supervision and help communication.

Skills

Patience

Calm demeanor

Reliability

Observant

Communication support

Job description

Personal Assistant / Support Worker DP/AH08

Personal Assistant / Support Worker DP/AH08

Job Ref

DP/AH08

Location

Warrington

About Job

Personal Assistant / Support Worker – 8-Year-Old Girl

Ref: DP/AH08

Location: Warrington

Hours: 4 hours per week (weekends preferred)

Rate of Pay: £13.45 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are looking for a kind, patient and reliable Personal Assistant / Support Worker to support an 8-year-old autistic girl who is non-verbal and has developmental delays.

She enjoys water and sand play, visiting supermarkets, going for walks, and exploring familiar places. She can find busy environments challenging and may need time and space to build trust and feel comfortable with new people.

The successful candidate will provide one-to-one support, encourage enjoyable activities, and help her develop confidence and independence at her own pace.

Duties May Include

• Spending one-to-one time with the child
• Supporting activities she enjoys, including water and sand play
• Going for walks and visits to local places
• Supporting access to community activities
• Following routines and meeting individual needs
• Providing calm and attentive supervision
• Supporting communication and independence

Personal Requirements

• Patient, calm and caring
• Kind, understanding and reliable
• Comfortable supporting a non-verbal autistic child
• Observant and responsive to individual needs
• Confident supporting community outings
• Able to work at the child’s pace and follow her lead

Experience supporting autistic children or children with additional needs is desirable but not essential. We welcome applications from people with the right attitude, patience and commitment.

Additional Information

A DBS check and references will be required.

This is a rewarding opportunity to help a young girl enjoy new experiences, build confidence, and make the most of her weekends in a safe and supportive environment.