Job Overview
Weekend Personal Assistants required – Fulwood, Preston area – LILS/EM/RSMS
Hours: 6 hours per week per child (weekends – flexible over 1 or 2 days). Hourly Rate: £12.21.
We are looking for one/two dedicated and compassionate support workers to work individually with two children who have additional needs. The role involves supporting each child for 6 hours per week, ideally on weekends. Hours can be worked as one full day or split over two days, depending on availability and suitability.
Key Responsibilities
* Engage the children in social and recreational activities such as:
o Sports and football
o Park visits
o Trips to shops
o Going out for food and drinks
* Encourage independence and social interaction in community settings.
* Provide consistent support and manage challenging behaviours with patience and understanding.
Requirements
* Experience or knowledge of working with children with ADHD and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
* Ability to manage and respond to challenging behaviours in a calm and supportive manner.
* Reliable, responsible, and enthusiastic about supporting children to have fun and engage in their communities.
* A car owner/driver is desirable for ease of travel to and from activities – including proof of business cover.
Additional Information
* Full support and guidance will be provided.
* DBS check required.
If you have the experience, empathy, and energy to make a difference in a child’s life, we’d love to hear from you.
For further information and duties, please contact us to obtain the full job description.
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