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UDirect Support; Ravenstonedale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Pension Scheme

Flexible working pattern

Job summary

UDirect Support seeks a part-time Personal Assistant for a 7-year-old child with autism, PDA and ADHD in Kirkby Stephen. The role focuses on calm, gentle support, emotional guidance and following the child’s lead in communication while promoting safety and routine.

Responsibilities include personal care, feeding support, and engaging in activities such as baking, crafts and outings at the child’s pace. A flexible pattern and empathetic approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Calm, gentle approach to support a child with autism and related needs.
• Willingness to adapt communication style and follow the child’s lead.
• Sensitivity to gender non-conformity and ability to create a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and behavioural support to a 7-year-old child with autism, PDA and ADHD.
• Assist with feeding and personal care, and support with daily activities and routines.
• Engage in safe activities (baking, gardening, arts and crafts) and accompany on outings at child’s pace.

Job description

Personal Assistant (Child) Kirkby Stephen WAF045-JC

Company:

Company: UDirect Support

Salary: £12.71 per hour (Employed) or £16.00 per hour (Self-Employed)

7 year old Autistic child looking for a calm, gentle person to support them.

Advertised on behalf of a family:

My son has a diagnosis of Autism, PDA, ADHD and a heart condition. He requires emotional and behavioural support as well as support with feeding and personal care.

He enjoys a range of activities such as baking, gardening, arts and crafts, as well as going to soft plays and playgrounds. He likes animals and different types of transport. He enjoys being picked up and swung around.

He needs a calm, gentle person who can adapt to his needs e.g. not ask him questions or talk much, and be led by him in regards to communication. An understanding and acceptance of gender non-conformity would be ideal.

Salary: £12.71 per hour (Employed) or £16.00 per hour (Self-Employed)

Contract Type: Part-time

Holiday Entitlement: 5.6 weeks pro-rata or Rolled Up Holiday Pay (Employed PA)

Benefits: Employers Pension Scheme, Flexible working pattern (Employed PA)

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