SD/SW Personal Assistant

Lancashire Independent Living Service; Burnley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support service in Burnley seeks a Personal Assistant to provide support to a 9-year-old boy with severe ASD. The role involves assisting with personal care, supporting outdoor activities, and managing dietary and sensory needs. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. The position offers flexible hours with a pay rate of £12.21 per hour along with benefits including paid annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

5.6 weeks of paid annual leave

Workplace pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with children, especially those with special needs is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and a positive attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, including nappy changes.
• Support the child in various outdoor activities.
• Accompany the child on community outings with supervision.
• Manage the child’s dietary and sensory needs.
• Ensure safety supervision, including the use of harness.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage seizures

Active lifestyle

Flexibility

Driving license

Job description

Personal Assistant-Burnley

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant to provide support to a 9‑year‑old boy with severe ASD within his home and the local community. The boy is non-verbal, has no danger awareness, and is prone to seizures. Therefore, the successful applicant must be trained in First Aid and know how to manage seizures, including the recovery position.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care, including nappy changes.
• Supporting the child during walks in nature, swimming, and other outdoor activities (in all weather conditions).
• Accompanying the child to community outings, avoiding crowded or busy environments.
• Supporting the child’s dietary needs, including his restrictive diet.
• Managing sensory needs (e.g., using ear defenders, supporting with a chewy).
• Ensuring safety and supervision, including use of a harness when needed.

The child thrives on structure and loves to be outdoors, so the ideal candidate will be fit, active, and enthusiastic, with a hands‑on approach to supporting his needs.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Be passionate about supporting others and making a positive difference.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be active, reliable, and flexible.
• Be a driver with a full, clean driving license (mileage will be reimbursed).

Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn are key.

Hours and Pay

Term Time: 6 hours per week (typically after school hours, with some flexibility for weekends).
Non‑Term Time: 12 hours per week (Monday to Thursday, ideally 11 am‑2 pm, but hours can be flexible).
Rate of pay: £12.21 per hour.
Benefits include 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave and a workplace pension scheme.

For further information about the role and a full job description, please contact us.

Quote employer ref: LILS/SD/SW
Tel: [phone]-option 1