Personal Assistant for young person F/T@ £16.47/hr in Clevedon - FTE - £0.0k Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 15212b6b Direct Payment Personal Assistant Required I am looking to recruit a Direct Payment Personal Assistant for our 17-year-old son. Hours wanted: 4 hours per week term time and 8 hours per week during the holidays (days to be agreed), all year round. More about the young person: This person is 17 years old and has a good sense of fun. He enjoys a range of activities including swimming, walking, cycling, drawing, Lego, visiting charity shops, and gardening. He is able to feed and dress himself independently. This person has significant social communication difficulties, which affect him both verbally and non-verbally. He finds eye contact challenging, has limited awareness of personal space, and does not naturally use gestures to support communication. He is currently on medication to support with anxiety. This person has very limited social interaction with peers. Support Needs This person requires support to: Access activities of interest within his local community Stay safe when out and about Develop appropriate social interaction and engagement with others Build independence and essential life skills as he transitions into adulthood Location This person lives in the Clevedon area. Personal Assistant Requirements We are seeking a Personal Assistant who: Has experience working with children or young people with disabilities Can support person to safely access the community and engage in activities he enjoys Can help develop his independence and social skills Is able to drive, as this is an essential requirement for the role Hourly rate £16.47 for self-employed PA's £12.55 for employed PA's Key Responsibilities Services Social Leisure activities Training Safeguarding Adults/Children Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com