School Holiday PA: Autism Support & Social Activities

UKCIL Ltd.; Ashington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

UKCIL Ltd in Ashington is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a young person with autism and anxiety during school holidays.

Hours are 4 hours per week across 13 weeks per year, with employed pay £14.67 per hour or self-employed pay £18.92 per hour.

The role focuses on enabling access to social and leisure activities, building confidence and independence while engaging in activities such as archery, swimming, visiting bookshops and community outings.

Qualifications

• Patient, persuasive and encouraging demeanor.
• Demonstrates understanding of autism and anxiety.
• Reliable with ability to build positive rapport.
• Comfortable supporting a young person in the community.

Responsibilities

• Supporting access to social and leisure activities for the young person.
• Accompanying to archery sessions and community outings.
• Encouraging independence and confidence in daily activities.
• Providing patient, positive, and reassuring support during engagements.

Skills

Patience

Autism awareness

Reliability

Rapport building

Community engagement

Job description

UKCIL Ltd in Ashington is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a young person with autism and anxiety during school holidays.

Hours are 4 hours per week across 13 weeks per year, with employed pay £14.67 per hour or self-employed pay £18.92 per hour.

The role focuses on enabling access to social and leisure activities, building confidence and independence while engaging in activities such as archery, swimming, visiting bookshops and community outings.