Personal Assistant “Buddy”
Ref: VC7669
Location: Haywards Heath
Details
I am looking for personal care for a Child
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Hours per week:
Approx 6 hours per week term-time & 10 hours per week during School Holidays as mutually agreed
Hourly pay rate:
£15-£20ph plus mileage
Are you a caring, kind, energetic and reliable PA who would be a great motivator for our son and make a real difference to his life whilst giving us some much-needed respite?
We are looking for a flexible, self-motivated and empathic "Buddy" to support our 15-year-old with Autism, ADHD and associated complex needs to participate in activities both at home (play/sensory-led stimulation) and in the community.
He loves being outdoors so you should enjoy going for long walks and doing adventurous activities! He is a lively, fun young boy who is usually happy but who does dis-regulate at times and so you must be patient and understanding of his needs. He likes his “quiet time” too and you will be mindful of this.
Knowledge of/ an understanding of autism desirable, as is experience of working within a SEN setting, although training will be provided.
Duties include:
- Assistance with applying cream- only suntan lotion if needed
- Occasionally accompany employer when accessing social and leisure activities e.g. Clubs, classes, library, gym etc
- Occasional longer journeys
- Accompany on trips out e.g. Cinema, walks, days out
- The above duties will involve driving the employer in the PA’s car
- Whilst on duty at the employer’s home, watching TV and assisting with craft activities.
Candidate qualities:
Experience of working with children with Autism, ADHD and complex needs
Must have experience within a SEN environment
Patience and understanding are of paramount importance, as our son can become dysregulated very quickly.
Reliable and able to commit to hours as agreed , with flexibility around the hours too
Reliable with good time-keeping, time keeping is very important to manage routine.
Must be comfortable with pets – we have 2 large, but very friendly dogs
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 employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives. Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued employment contracts.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
