Personal Assistant (PA) Wanted – Warwick
I am looking for a kind, creative person to be a PA for a brilliant 12‑year‑old autistic girl in Warwick. Small adventures, big humour, and no “fixing” required – just patience, fun, and respect. This is about trust, autonomy, and connection – not “fixing” or “managing.”
You’re there to build a relationship that feels safe, relaxed, and genuine.
If you can roll with changing plans, chat about anything from eyeliner to existentialism, and keep things steady when emotions wobble — you might just be the right fit.
Looking for someone kind, creative, and flexible — the sort of person who gets that not everyone fits neatly into boxes (and wouldn’t want to anyway).
You’d be supporting a thoughtful, sometimes self‑described “socially awkward and underconfident” 12‑year‑old autistic young person with a PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) profile and ADHD.
Life with them is full of curiosity, dry humour, and the occasional left‑field tangent — never boring.
They love:
* charity shop treasure hunts
* making and creating
* goth makeup
* The Clash
* animals
* They’re not big on crowds, loud noise, or groups of kids — small‑scale adventures and calm company are more their speed.
What You’ll Do
* Build trust through respect, humour, and shared interests.
* Support her in things that feel safe and fun — at home or out and about.
* Encourage confidence and independence, always respecting choice.
* Offer calm co‑regulation when life gets overwhelming.
* Be flexible — some days need plans, others just snacks and space.
* Communicate openly and respectfully with her parent.
* Always promote safety, dignity, and self‑esteem.
About You
* Experience (paid or unpaid) supporting autistic or neurodivergent young people.
* Familiar with PDA or ADHD — or curious and willing to learn.
* Calm, patient, creative, and emotionally steady.
* Good communicator with humour and strong boundaries.
* Car driver with own car.
The Practical Stuff
* Hours: Around 3 hrs/week (can grow if it’s a good match).
* Location: Warwick – mainly home‑based, with some outings.
* Rate of Pay: To be agreed.
* Contract: Ad‑hoc, funded by Direct Payment.
* Monthly pay and payslips provided.
* Training opportunities in PDA, autism, ADHD, and trauma‑informed practice.
* An Enhanced DBS check and references are required before starting.
* You’ll work closely with the parent for guidance and feedback.
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