Personal support worker - Supporting a Young Adult with Autism and Anxiety S18

Blue Sky Brokers; Dronfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Sky Brokers is seeking a kind and patient Personal Assistant (PA) to support a young adult in the UK as they work toward independence. The role includes practical and emotional support at home and in the community, with a focus on building confidence and social participation.

Responsibilities cover daily routines, transport to college, supporting attendance, managing anxiety in public settings, and fostering independent living skills such as cooking and safe food experiences.

Responsibilities

• Supporting morning routines, including getting up, having breakfast and taking prescribed medication.
• Providing transport to and from college using your own vehicle.
• Supporting attendance at college, initially for short periods, and helping with online lessons when attending college isn't possible.
• Helping manage anxiety when accessing the community, using public transport and visiting shops or other places of interest.
• Encouraging and supporting visits to favourite shops and places.
• Working together to develop strategies to manage anxiety and build confidence in social situations.
• Supporting the development of independent living skills, particularly cooking and food preparation.
• Helping to manage sensory difficulties around food and encouraging positive experiences with eating.
• Providing support with evening routines, including dinner and medication.
• Being aware of changes in mood and anxiety levels and following agreed safety plans.

Job description

e are looking for a kind, patient and understanding Personal Assistant (PA) to support a young adult who is taking positive steps towards greater independence, building confidence and reconnecting with the wider community.

The young adult has been home-educated for the past four years and is now beginning the exciting journey of attending college. Due to social anxiety, this can feel overwhelming, so they need someone who can offer encouragement, reassurance and consistent support to help make these experiences more manageable.

Although being around people can feel terrifying at times, they have a great sense of humour and are keen to develop their confidence and try new things with the right person alongside them.

The role will involve providing practical and emotional support both at home and out in the community, helping the young adult develop everyday life skills and work towards greater independence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting morning routines, including getting up, having breakfast and taking prescribed medication.
• Providing transport to and from college using your own vehicle.
• Supporting attendance at college, initially for short periods, and helping with online lessons when attending college isn't possible.
• Helping manage anxiety when accessing the community, using public transport and visiting shops or other places of interest.
• Encouraging and supporting visits to favourite shops and places.
• Working together to develop strategies to manage anxiety and build confidence in social situations.
• Supporting the development of independent living skills, particularly cooking and food preparation.
• Helping to manage sensory difficulties around food and encouraging positive experiences with eating.
• Providing support with evening routines, including dinner and medication.
• Being aware of changes in mood and anxiety levels and following agreed safety plans.