Personal Assistant – TKYOR

Disability North; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in York is seeking a lively and adventurous assistant to support a 15-year-old with learning disabilities in socializing and enjoying life. The role involves flexible hours, approximately 3 hours a week, focusing on personal assistance and community engagement, specifically tailored to the child's needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, ideally in a support role.
• Energetic attitude and enthusiasm for engaging with children.
• Understanding of learning disabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support communication using Makaton and an AAC app.
• Assist with toilet visits and personal hygiene.
• Encourage participation in social and recreational activities.

Skills

Communication through Makaton

Ability to support young people

Energetic and fun-loving

Tools

AAC app

Job description

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Hours: Flexible time commitment averaging 3 hours per week or 6 hours per fortnight

Rate: £12.21 per hour

Area: York

Are you lively and energetic?

Do you have a sense of fun and adventure?

Do you enjoy working with young people?

You could be the person that we are looking for!

Our 15-year-old son is cheeky, lively, and knows what he likes. We are seeking an assistant to support him in socialising, developing friendships, and enjoying life in our community. This role is essential because he has a learning disability caused by Autism and Down Syndrome, which affects his communication and safety awareness.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting communication through Makaton and/or an AAC app on his iPad
• Assisting with toilet visits, including changing soiled nappies if necessary, and supporting toilet training
• Helping with eating, such as using cutlery and cutting up food when out for meals or snacks
• Assisting in making appropriate choices, like selecting food
• Cleaning face and hands after eating if needed
• Supporting outings to the park and assisting on play equipment, bike or trike rides
• Encouraging participation in sports or after-school activities
• Supporting him during out-of-school activities

For more information, please see the full job description.

This vacancy will close once a suitable candidate is appointed.

Note: Applicants must have permission to work in the UK at the start of employment.