Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant to provide support to a little boy with Autism and Downs syndrome within the local community.
Responsibilities
* Provide personal care support as required and assist with activities out of the home, including walking on the beach, walking the dog with him, and going out for meals.
* Encourage appropriate play and work within set routines.
* Support communication using Makaton (the child signs using Makaton).
Requirements / Qualifications
* Caring, proactive, and motivated with a passion for supporting others; positive attitude, sense of fun, and good work ethic.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Dislike dogs is not applicable; liking dogs is essential.
* DBS check required or paid by employer if successful.
Details
* Hours: 5 hours per week term time (1 hour after school, Monday to Friday). Additional 5 hours per week during school holidays (10 hours total).
* Flexibility in role; hours can be discussed at interview.
* Rate of pay: £12.21 per hour.
* 5.6 weeks paid annual leave per year pro rata and workplace pension scheme.
For further information and duties, please contact us to obtain the full job description.
Quote employer ref: LILS/CM/OC
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