Personal Assistant for 6-Year-Old Child (G41 Area)
We are looking for a kind, reliable and patient Personal Assistant to support our 6-year-old son, A, who has both physical and learning disabilities. A uses a wheelchair. He enjoys watching cartoons, tactile play and going to the park.
About the Role
You will support A at home (G41 area) and occasionally on local outings. Duties include:
* Assisting with personal care, including washing and changing pads
* Helping with feeding and mealtimes
* Providing play and interaction suited to A’s abilities and interests
* Supporting with moving and handling (experience beneficial, but training can be provided)
Hours
* During term time: approx. 2 hours, 3 times per week or 3 hours, 2 times per week (a mix of late afternoon/evenings and weekends) - up to 6 hours per week
* During school holidays: approx. 4 hours, 3 times per week (mainly weekdays, times to be agreed) - up to 13 hours per week.
* Some flexibility would be helpful.
We’re looking for someone who is
* Compassionate, patient and enjoys working with children
* Reliable and confident in providing personal care
* Comfortable supporting physical and learning needs
* Ideally has some experience in moving and handling (training available)
Location: Home-based in the G41 area, with some time spent in the local community for outings.
Rate of pay: £13.60 per hour
If you are caring, dependable and would like to make a positive difference in a young child’s life, we’d love to hear from you.
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