Personal assistant

We are seeking a kind, reliable, and engaging Personal Assistant to support a fun and energetic 9-year-old boy in Porthleven. About the Role Hours will be required during evenings, weekends, and school holidays, with the potential for one overnight shift per month. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by supporting a child both at home and out in the community. About the Child The young person you will be supporting is: Full of fun with a great sense of humour Highly engaged in a variety of activities Loving and enjoys building strong connections with the people around him Non-verbal, and communicates using AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) and Makaton He values spending time with his Personal Assistants and thrives with people who are enthusiastic and interactive. What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who is: Reliable and flexible Energetic and playful. Confident in engaging with children and building trusting relationships Willing to support with life skills, such as shopping and accessing the community Interested in learning and using communication methods like AAC and Makaton (training can be provided if needed) Own transport is required. Mileage is paid at 40p per mile when transporting the child. 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 reply to: cypdirectpayments@cornwall.gov.uk and quote reference number RBDP/6018 Please note sponsorship is not available for this role