1:1 Autism Support PA for a Bus-Loving 6-Year-Old

Cornwall Council Together for Families; Falmouth (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornwall Council Together for Families is seeking a kind, patient Personal Assistant to support a 6-year-old autistic boy in the Falmouth area. The role involves 1:1 support at home and in the community, helping him access activities and build confidence and social skills.

We prefer self-employed PAs (rate £16.50 per hour) but employed PAs at £13.45 per hour will also be considered. Hours are 8 per week with flexible scheduling; a DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Essential: patient, reliable and able to build positive relationships with children.
• Desirable: experience supporting children or autistic children; driving licence and own vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support at home and in the community.
• Help the child access activities and develop confidence and independence.
• Support listening, following instructions and navigating social situations.

Skills

1:1 support

Patience

Reliability

Driving licence

Job description

Cornwall Council Together for Families is seeking a kind, patient Personal Assistant to support a 6-year-old autistic boy in the Falmouth area. The role involves 1:1 support at home and in the community, helping him access activities and build confidence and social skills.

We prefer self-employed PAs (rate £16.50 per hour) but employed PAs at £13.45 per hour will also be considered. Hours are 8 per week with flexible scheduling; a DBS check is required.