Personal Assistant Opportunity – Working with Autistic Children (PDA Profile) in Norwich - Norwich - NR3
Job Reference (e0216198)
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Personal Assistant to support autistic teenage girls with a Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) profile. Ideal candidates will have either personal or professional experience, or a strong interest in working with neurodivergent children and young people.
Location: NR3, Norwich
About the Role:
Hours are flexible, with the requirement of availability after 3:30pm on weekdays during term time.
Weekend and school holiday availability is a plus and offers additional flexibility for working your contracted hours.
The current contract runs until March 2026, with the potential to renew annually.
Person specification
Essential:
A genuine interest in supporting neurodivergent young people.
Patience, creativity, and a flexible, child-led approach.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a young person’s life within a supportive and understanding environment.
Summary terms and conditions:
· The rate of pay for this position is £12.38 - £13 per hour.
· Hours and times of work: Flexible, 31 hours per month (contracted until March 2026, with potential for yearly renewal.)
· The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work I would normally expect to be done during 5.6 consecutive weeks
· This position requires the employee to complete the following free annual training: GDPR, Health and Safety and First Aid.
Post is subject to the following:
· A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.
· Satisfactory references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer.
· Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 6 months.
Services
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Training
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Understanding challenging behaviour
First Aid
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Own personal car
Schedule, Pay & Hours
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep