Personal Assistant - Evesham (OH)

To assist with a variety of tasks which will enable the person who needs care and support to live their personal and social life according to their wishes and interests.

About the employer

Our client is a 13 year old boy who lives in Evesham and is looking to recruit a Personal Assistant to provide support during term time and non term time.

Our client has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder along with other associated conditions and some behavioural issues.

• keep in touch and socialise with family and friends
• do hobbies such as visit the park, swimming, baking, bike rides and play with Lego
• attend social activities like play centres and going out for lunch

These duties may vary from day to day.

Type of person that you/they are looking for

• Values: someone that is honest, reliable, punctual, non judgemental, ability to build good relationships based on trust and respect, flexible, adaptable, easy going, able to work alone, positive, willingness to travel, understands equality and diversity
• Specific requirements: someone with an understanding of Autism. Someone with previous experience of working with children with autism

Hours of work: 5 hours per week during term time & 16 hours per week during school holidays.

Rate of pay: £12.71 per hour

Skills, qualifications, and experience

• driving licence
• car and appropriate insurance
• knowledge & previous experience
• able to swim
• confidentiality
• good at building relationships

Preferred:

• a good listener
• ability to support people with behaviours which challenge

Successful applicants will require DBS checks & Employment References.

This role is funded by the Local Authority and is paid every 4 weeks.

Midlands

Autism

Reference:

Evesham/OH