Purple Match
Personal Assistant, Support worker
Hertfordshire
Posted 2 months ago
Job Features
| Job Category | Hertfordshire |
| Vacany Reference: | PUR-916-268 |
| Hours | 4 |
| Rate of Pay | TBC |
| DBS/Checks | Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed. |
| About the Person You Will Support: | A family in Bishop's Stortford is looking for a compassionate, reliable and engaging Personal Assistant to support two neurodivergent siblings aged 9 and 12. Both children are highly masking, have autism/ADHD profiles (ADHD/ASD), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and experience anxiety. The role is primarily to provide companionship and support within the family home, allowing other family members to have short periods of respite. The children enjoy spending time gaming and may sometimes prefer quiet companionship, while at other times they may enjoy chatting, playing indoor games, spending time in the garden or sharing their interests. The family also has a friendly Labrador and a hamster, so the successful applicant must be comfortable around pets |
| Key Responsibilities: | Providing companionship and emotional support to one or both children. Engaging in activities such as video games, board games and other ageappropriate play. Respecting when the children prefer quiet, low-demand interaction. Preparing simple drinks and snacks. Potentially supporting the children with community outings in the future, once they feel comfortable. |
| Requirements: | Have experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, anxiety and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Understand and be able to use a low-demand, child-led approach. Be patient, calm and able to build trusting relationships. Be energetic and happy to engage in play, while also being comfortable simply being present when the children need space. Have an interest in, or willingness to learn about, games such as Minecraft and Roblox. Hold Paediatric First Aid/CPR and anaphylaxis training, including the administration of adrenaline (or be willing to undertake this training). Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you. * Sponsorship is not available for this role * * No agencies please * Be reliable, punctual and trustworthy, with excellent references. A full, clean UK driving licence, access to a vehicle and business insurance are preferred, although these are not essential. Community outings may become part of the role in the future |