Two personal assistants required to support 13-year-old and 15-year-old sisters living in Bodmin.
One PA to support a 13-year-old girl. She has Autism level 2 and would like someone who she can build up a positive relationship with and provide her with some 1:1 support. She would like someone to support her with building her confidence and self-esteem and building trusting relationships. She enjoys music, make up and social media. Driver essential.
One PA to support a 15-year-old girl. She would like someone to support her to build her confidence and grow life skills and someone who she can build up a positive relationship with and provide her with some 1:1 support. She enjoys gaming and would possibly like to go swimming and horse riding. Driver essential and willing to drive a WAV.
Personal assistants will enable them to enjoy activities in their home and local community.
Up to 8 hours/each per fortnight are available, and this is flexible. Some weekend and school holiday availability will be required.
The rate of pay is £12.60 per hour.
Please specify which young person you would like to apply to.
Some knowledge or personal experience of working with young people is essential. A full driving licence is desirable.
This is a rewarding opportunity to help a young person grow, gain independence, and make a meaningful difference in their life.
The successful applicant will be employed under a private arrangement with the family, and not be employed or carry out work for Cornwall Council.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment will be subject to the successful candidate undertaking an enhanced DBS check, the administration process will be undertaken by Cornwall Council.
If you would like to apply for this role, please send your CV. Alternatively, you can request an application form.
Your CV or application form will be passed onto the family for their consideration. Due to the high number of applicants that are received for various roles, it is not possible to inform applicants if they have been unsuccessful.
Please apply by emailing a copy of your CV and quoting the reference code ESDP/5021 to: cypdirectpayments@cornwall.gov.uk
Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.