Self-employed worker for a young person P/T (8 hours) in Horfield, Bristol - Bristol - BS7
Job Reference (19145855)
Job Role – Self-employed Worker
We are looking for a reliable, confident, and proactive Worker to support a young person, at home and in the community. This role aims to promote independence, safety and enjoyable access to meaningful activities.
About the Role
You will support a family with a young adult who has additional needs. He is non-verbal, uses PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), and responds well to prompts, modelling, and basic spoken commands. You should feel confident engaging with a young adult who uses alternative communication methods.
Support is mainly required for:
- Community access and social activities – cycling (Bristol Family Cycling Centre), parks, playgrounds, walks, shopping trips, bowling, concerts
- Personal care – requires support when using bathroom facilities. Prompting is usually sufficient, but direct assistance is provided when necessary
- Domestic support – minimal 1:1 task such as light cleaning or laundry
- Meal preparation/cooking as required
Pay & Employment Details
- Hourly rate: £21.00 per hour
- Start date: ASAP (flexible)
- Paid through PAYE (not cash-in-hand)
Working Pattern
Support is needed at different times depending on the school schedule:
- School holidays: Evenings and daytime support
- Term time at Weekends: Mainly required
Total hours: 8 hours per week
Hours are flexible to meet the family’s needs.
About the Household
- No pets
- Child in the home has asthma
- Non-smoking household: PA smoking not permitted indoors
Experience & Skills
- The PA must have previous care experience supporting children or young people with additional or communication needs.
- Confidence with visual communication systems (such as PECS), de-escalation, and supporting an energetic child in community activities is essential.
Lifestyle & Interests
The ideal PA will enjoy:
- Music
- Shopping
- Tenpin bowling
- Cycling
- Parks and outdoor walks
- Playgrounds
- Concerts
- Engaging in varied community activities
A good match will be someone active, patient and confident supporting a child who thrives with structure, encouragement and visual communication.
Driving Requirements
- A driver is useful, but not essential
- Employer’s vehicle may be available for use when appropriate
Additional Information
The role focuses mainly on weekend and school-holiday community access to help him enjoy social, active and meaningful experiences.
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Services
Meal Preparation
Personal Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Self Employed
Training
Autism / Aspergers
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Own personal car
Schedule, Pay & Hours
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ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep