Personal Assistant / Tutor/ needed for 18 years old boy with Autism - Leeds LS16 Cookridge

Indus Paper Boards Pvt Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant for a 21-year-old with Autism in Leeds. This role is perfect for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, and has a genuine interest in supporting individuals with special needs. The position offers flexible hours, working 1-2 hours weekly, engaging in fun activities such as games, sports, and outings to foster independence. If you have a heart for helping others and want to make a positive impact, this opportunity could be a great fit for you!

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism is preferred.
• Understanding of social and leisure activities.

Responsibilities

• Engage in social and leisure activities with the individual.
• Support independence through community activities.

Skills

Understanding of Autism

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Job description

Personal Assistant / Tutor Needed for 18-Year-Old Boy with Autism - Leeds LS16 Cookridge

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: f50a322e

This is a revised job description for a position previously posted three years ago. The individual is now 21 years old and studying at Leeds City College Joseph Priestley Centre. His current PA is preparing for university exams and is leaving for work, creating a need for a new PA. The current PA works 2 hours per week, engaging in activities such as playing games, reading books, playing badminton in the garden (weather permitting), riding bikes, walking, visiting the library, or taking buses to Headingley shopping to support his independence. The new PA may also teach activities like yoga or gardening, and occasionally take him to places like trampoline parks.

We are recruiting a PA for my son, who is 21 years old with Autism. He is gentle and easy to work with. We hope you are reliable, enthusiastic, and have some understanding of Autism. The role involves working 1-2 hours per week after school or on weekends, either at home or in community activities, including sports such as gym, running, or cycling. The pay rate is £12.50-£15 per hour, depending on experience, paid via Leeds CIL. Preference for Leeds CIL-approved PAs, with experience working with children with autism, though this is not essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Social and leisure activities

Training

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Understanding challenging behaviour
• Autism / Aspergers

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com