Enthusiastic Personal Assistant Required - Skipton - Part Time - Skipton - BD23
Job Reference (de24ba6a)
Recruiting an enthusiastic Personal Assistant for my son Teddy, 5, who is autistic with delayed speech & language and sensory processing difficulties. He attends a specialist provision and is making wonderful progress there.
Teddy’s special interest in dinosaurs and animals, he needs to be active and therefore enjoys going to the typical places that meet his need for movement such as gymnastics, soft play, trampolining, parks, playgrounds and swimming.
Teddy is a happy, friendly little boy who is a joy to be around.
We can be flexible with hours such as 2-3 hours after school twice a week or one full day on the weekend although consistency is preferable. More structure would be required during the school holidays so that I can work but again, this can be mutually agreed.
Full DBS will be required and two references.
The Role
· Taking Teddy into the community to access activities and promote independence.
· Support/prompting general care – toileting, handwashing etc and ensuring continual safety.
· Location: Skipton.
· Hours: flexible - 6 hours a week term time and 15 hours a week during the holidays (with additional hours as/when mutually agreed).
· Rate of Pay: £12 per hour.
The Ideal Candidate
· Previous experience: In disability, healthcare, social care.
· Clean driving licence and access to vehicle.
· Professional: Positive, confident and proactive.
· Friendly and Caring: Naturally empathetic and patient, with a desire to make a meaningful difference.
· Adaptable and Resourceful: Quick to think on your feet.
· Adventurous and Energetic: Enthusiastic about Teddy’s passions, with a sense of humour and a “can-do” attitude.
Services
Personal Care
Social + Leisure activities
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Own personal car
Schedule, Pay & Hours
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep