Supportive Personal Assistant for a Teen with Special Needs

Self Direct Support Options Fife; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Self Direct Support Options Fife in Scotland is seeking a patient and reliable personal assistant to support a 15-year-old boy with learning difficulties, dravet syndrome and epilepsy. You will help him with everyday activities, build trust, and gradually accompany him to parks and outings, starting at home to establish rapport.

A PVG enhanced check is required. Applicants should be caring, have a good sense of humour and a flexible approach; prior experience in this area is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Caring attitude
• Good sense of humour
• Reliable with a positive and flexible approach to work
• Experience in this area would be beneficial

Responsibilities

• Support a 15-year-old boy with dravet syndrome, learning difficulties and epilepsy
• Help with everyday activities and outings, building trust and rapport
• Assist at home initially and accompany him to parks and activities

Job description

Self Direct Support Options Fife in Scotland is seeking a patient and reliable personal assistant to support a 15-year-old boy with learning difficulties, dravet syndrome and epilepsy. You will help him with everyday activities, build trust, and gradually accompany him to parks and outings, starting at home to establish rapport.

A PVG enhanced check is required. Applicants should be caring, have a good sense of humour and a flexible approach; prior experience in this area is beneficial.