Personal care Assistant

People Plus Group LTD; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A personal support service in Aylesford seeks an experienced individual to assist a child with special educational needs. Responsibilities include providing home-based support, planning social activities, and fostering independence. The role requires flexibility in working hours, especially during evenings and weekends, with an hourly pay of £12.21 plus holiday pay. Successful candidates will be employed directly by the customer, not People Plus Group LTD.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs.
• Ability to create a calm, positive environment.
• Flexibility in working hours, especially evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and companionship at home after school.
• Plan and accompany to social and recreational activities.
• Support emotional regulation and communication style.

Skills

Child supervision

Personal care assistance

Behavior management

Communication with children

Job description

Overview

Location of Role: Aylesford, ME20 7GU

Description / Details of the Role: To assist my SEN child to access social activities in the community whilst also increasing their independence. To provide support and assistance to my child at home before or after school (which may include some personal care).

Key tasks

• Home-Based Support (Term-Time, After School): Provide supervision and companionship at home after school (starting around 4pm, 2 days per week); Assist with winding down after school, including snacks, homework support (if applicable), or calming activities; Support with personal care tasks as needed (e.g., hygiene, toileting, dressing); Encourage and model life skills such as tidying up, organizing school materials, or preparing a simple snack; Maintain a calm, positive environment that suits your childs sensory and emotional needs; Ensure consistency with routines and strategies used at school or by therapists
• Community Access & Social Activities (All Year, Especially Holidays): Plan and accompany your child to social and recreational activities (e.g., swimming, soft play, library, park visits); Support your child in interacting with peers and the public in a safe, supported way; Promote independence by encouraging your child to make choices and participate in activities (e.g., ordering at a café, choosing play equipment); Monitor and manage any sensory, behavioural, or safety needs while out and about; Provide transport if required (or assist with public transport)
• Developmental & Emotional Support: Work in partnership with you to understand and support your childs communication style, sensory profile, and emotional regulation; Use positive reinforcement and gentle prompts to encourage confidence, independence, and skill-building; Adapt support based on your childs mood, energy levels, and preferences on the day
• Flexibility & Communication: Be flexible with working days/times as needed (within agreed hours)

* requires flexibility in the evenings and at weekends

Communicate regularly and clearly with you about how sessions went, any concerns or achievements

Be open to learning about your childs needs and how best to support them

Hourly rate of pay: £ 12.21 (Direct Payments from KCC) + holiday pay

Hours available: 5 hours term time. 10 hours on holidays.

An enhanced DBS for working with children will be required, which we will be arranged for you.

Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our customers. Should your application be successful and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by PeoplePlus

vacancy closing date: 19-Aug-2025