Personal Assistant Required Ref: DP/OW11

Personal Assistant Required

Ref

DP/OW11

The Independent Living Team is supporting an individual employer to recruit a Personal Assistant (PA) to provide support to an 11-year-old boy with ASD and ADHD in the Great Sankey area of Warrington.

Rate of Pay

£13.45 per hour

Location

Great Sankey, Warrington

Main Duties

Duties may include

Supporting the child to access the community and participate in local activities and events

Encouraging independence while maintaining his safety and wellbeing

Providing calm and reassuring support during periods of frustration or overwhelm

Supporting his individual communication needs

Accompanying him to activities such as swimming, bowling, shopping and park visits

Providing transport, including occasional school pick-ups and drop-offs

Supporting with personal care and hygiene when required, including toileting and changing associated with swimming activities

Maintaining a high level of awareness and supervision when in the community due to his limited awareness of danger

The child’s needs may vary from day to day, so flexibility and a willingness to undertake other reasonable duties related to the role are important.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who is

Calm, patient and understanding

Reliable, responsible and safety-conscious

Comfortable supporting a non-verbal child

Able to respond appropriately to behaviours associated with frustration or overwhelm

Physically able to respond quickly and safely if the child attempts to run away or leave a safe environment

Able to build a positive and trusting relationship with the child and his family

Flexible in their approach to support

Essential Requirements

Full driving licence

Access to your own vehicle for use as part of the role

Appropriate business-use motor insurance

Ability to support a child who communicates non-verbally

Desirable

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND

Experience of supporting someone with ASD and/or ADHD

Experience or understanding of non-verbal communication

Experience supporting individuals with limited danger awareness or behaviours that may present a safety risk

Additional Information

An Enhanced DBS check will be required and will be arranged free of charge

A probationary period will apply

How to Apply

Please email your CV and a covering letter explaining your interest in the role and relevant experience to

iltrecruitment@disabilitypartnership.org.uk

Please remember to quote Ref

DP/OW11 in your application.

Applications will be forwarded to the individual employer for consideration, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next stage of the recruitment process.