3 PERSONAL ASSISTANTS (PAS) / SPECIALIST SUPPORT WORKERS – SPECIALIST SUPPORT FOR YOUNG ADULT WITH AUTISM AND CHILDHOOD APRAXIA OF SPEECH (WYNYARD, BILLINGHAM)

Hours Breakdown:

• Three PAs:

o 8 weekday after-college and evening hours per week (52 weeks per year)
o 16 weekend hours per week (52 weeks per year)
o Remaining 32 weekday hours during college holidays (14 weeks per year)
o Hours to be shared between three PAs
o Schedule to be agreed based on availability and compatibility
o All hours exclude time when the individual is accessing respite care (36 nights
per year)
Driver with own vehicle essential
We are looking for calm, patient, and reliable personal assistants to support a young adult with autism, Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), a learning disability, and sensory and motor skills differences. Support is provided both at home and in the community, following a structured, low-arousal routine developed by the family.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Community access (cinema, walks, trampolining, shopping, GP/dental appointments)
Suggesting and planning new activities around individual interests
Encouraging interaction and communication using visual, gesture and modelling strategies
Responding to sensory and motor needs with guidance from family and therapy team
Supporting personal care, meals, and daily living tasks as needed
Ensuring safety and wellbeing at all times
Respecting family-led routines and professional input

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Services

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Food Hygiene
• First Aid
• Hand hygiene
• Autism / Aspergers

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car