Personal Assistant

Cornwall Council

Personal Assistant

£24960

Cornwall Council, Liskeard, Cornwall

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 2 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 8e8a186f6d27434b9671eb5407eeaa98

Full Job Description

Personal Assistant required for a happy and lively 16-year-old boy who lives in the Liskeard area.

He has Autism and learning difficulties and he would like someone who he can build up a positive relationship with and provide him with some 1:1 support.

He would like someone to support him with his communication and further develop his life skills. He loves being outdoors.

A personal assistant will enable him to access the local community, on some occasions using public transport and going shopping.

Car driver preferred but not essential.

Knowledge or personal experience of working with young people with special educational needs is essential.

The successful applicant will be employed under a private arrangement with the family. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Good rate of pay £12.00 per hour plus agreed local mileage.

Up to 3 hours per week are available, although this is very flexible and additional hours may also be available.

Some weekend and school holiday availability will be required.