Overview
A female SEN Personal Assistant to look after a 4‑year‑old boy with autism and global developmental delay. He is non‑verbal and requires close supervision. Location: Harrogate, HG2.
Hourly pay rate:£17 per hour.
Responsibilities
* Assist with personal care tasks: changing nappies, dressing, and undressing.
* Provide meals; breakfast and dinner are always chicken dippers.
* Administer medication and give milk via a gastrostomy tube.
* Support the child with daily activities and outdoor play (parks, swings, slides).
* Drop off and pick up from home; no school run required.
* Provide flexible coverage during holidays (average 3 days per week).
Qualifications
* Respectful of privacy and confidentiality.
* Reliable with good time‑keeping.
* Able to follow instructions and work independently.
* Hygienic, tidy, and well‑organised.
* Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties.
* Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills.
* Honest and cheerful.
* Creative.
* Proficient in speaking and reading English to a reasonable standard.
* High standards of health & safety compliance.
* Previous experience working with autistic children.
* Non‑smoker or vaper.
* Special education (SEN) experience.
Hours per Week
* Term time: 8 hours per week over two days (typically Tuesdays and Thursdays) – 7:00–8:30 am and 3:30–6:00 pm.
* Holiday time: average 24 hours per week – 3 full days across Tuesdays to Thursdays.
Notes
* All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service clearance.
* UK driving licence and vehicle access are desirable but not essential.
* Employment is direct with the employer. Holiday pay and an employment contract will be provided upon successful application.
* Apply by CV quoting ref: D879.
Job Types
Part‑time, Permanent.
Experience
* Special education: 2 years (preferred).
* Driving licence: preferred.
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