PA/Carer Needed for 8-Year-Old Boy (Autistic, Non-Verbal)
Location: Salford, Greater Manchester
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 12 hours per week (Mon 4 hrs, Wed 4 hrs, Fri 4 hrs)
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Closing Date: 01/04/2026
About this job
Job Role: Personal Assistant Needed for 8-Year-Old Boy (Autistic, Non-Verbal)
We are looking for a caring, reliable, and experienced Personal Assistant (PA) to support an energetic 8-year-old boy with complex needs. The client is fully non-verbal, very active, and has no sense of danger or awareness of his surroundings. He requires constant supervision and cannot be left unattended.
Roles and Responsibilities
* Work closely with parents to plan activities that help burn energy, provide stimulation, and meet his developmental needs.
* Ensure his safety at all times.
* Provide hands‑on support with personal care and daily tasks such as eating, drinking, dressing, nappy changing, and daily routines.
* Create a positive, engaging, and supportive environment.
Specific Requirements
* Patient, calm, and understanding.
* Reliable, flexible, and trustworthy.
* Experienced in supporting children with severe difficulties and autism.
* Able to communicate clearly with parents and team members.
Required Training and Experience
* First Aid training (essential).
* Experience with autism and complex needs (required).
* SENCO experience/qualification (desirable but not essential).
Employer Information
Employer Gender: Male
Transport required: Yes
Hours used: Mon 4 hours, Wed 4 hours, Fri 4 hours
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