RATE OF PAY -

Based in ROTHWELL LS26
We are looking for 2 x personal assistants to work together to support our 8-year-old son access fun and enjoyable activities in the community. Training will be offered.
Alex is an amazing little boy who is extremely active. He loves to go to parks, play areas, and has a specific interest in trucks. He also loves to bake, watch his devices (tablet and phone), and water play.
Alex has a diagnosis of Autism and ADHD. He is pre-verbal and can show extremely challenging and violent behavior’s which will sometimes require intervention. He MUST wear his safety reigns when out in the community as he absconds at any opportunity and he is very fast.
Meeting new people can be very challenging for Alex and it may take some time for him to build a bond.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR -

• A kind, caring person who has experience with children/young people with Autism and ADHD
• Experience with young people with challenging behaviour is ESSENTIAL
• Someone who is passionate about caring for individuals with special educational needs.
• Someone who is fit and able to run if Alex manages to abscond.
• Someone who is fit and able to use physical intervention when needed
• Someone who is attentive and quick thinking
• The ideal candidate must work well with others
• Full, clean DBS
• Full driving license as some driving of Motability vehicle may be required.
• Someone who can be flexible if needed.

THE ROLE -

• To accompany young person to relevant activities in the community (e.g. park, play area, meals out with the family)
• To help young person at home with activities (e.g. baking, playing, water play)
• Carrying out personal care needs
• Working alongside another PA to best support needs

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Services

• Social + Leisure activities

Training

• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Understanding challenging behaviour
• Autism / Aspergers

Transportation

• Full UK driving license