Personal Assistant

Ref: NDS8633

Location: Yapton

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Details

This role is to support a Child

Drivers licence required: Yes

Own vehicle needed: Yes

Employment status:

employed

Hours per week:

4 hours per week term time, 8 hours per week in the school holidays

Hourly pay rate:

£12.21 per hour. Mileage @ 45p per mile

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My cuddly 5-year-old boy is looking for a fun and outgoing PA to get him out and about, participating in activities such as trampoline parks, farms, and nature reserves, whilst keeping him safe.

He has ASD and is non-verbal with some understanding. He loves cuddles and will make you laugh. He enjoys large open spaces, being in the natural environment and watching trees.

Our son is a happy bundle of energy and elopes frequently, seeking open doors; if he gets the chance, he will take the opportunity to run, so you must be ready for the challenge.

The role at times will involve working alongside another PA for my twin boy for group outings.

Experience of working with ASD children is preferrable.

Duties include:

Personal grooming
Transportation
Companionship
Dressing / undressing
Bathroom assistance

Accessing social and leisure activities e.g. going to trampoline parks, swimming, farms, days out, nature reserves etc
Whilst at home, participate in activities linked to his interests/that extend his learning.

Candidate qualities:

Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
Reliable with good timekeeping
Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
Hygienic, tidy and well organised
Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
Honest and cheerful
Creative
Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

Experience of working with ASD children is preferrable.

Additional requirements

Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours

Notes:

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9