Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker – Stevenage (SG1) – PUR-598-940
| Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker | |
| Job ref. | PUR-598-940 |
| About the Direct Payment Holder | A gentle, patient, and reliable female Personal Assistant is required to support a six-year-old girl with Autism, Global Developmental Delay (GDD), and Cerebral Palsy. She is mobile and able to walk while holding hands (on tiptoes) but needs full assistance with her personal care. |
| Hours and rate of pay | £18.00 per hour, 3 hours of support each week (or 6 hours every two weeks), usually on a Saturday or Sunday |
| Location | Stevenage (SG1) |
| DBS/Checks | Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed. |
| Training | Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required:
• Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety
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| What you would be doing… | Providing full personal care, including nappy changing
Supporting safe mobility and supervision during movement or play Building a positive, trusting relationship with both the child and her family Accompanying her on outings when appropriate and safe to do so
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| Required skills and experience |
Experience working with children with autism and an understanding of behaviours that may lead to meltdowns Knowledge of de-escalation techniques and a calm, supportive approach Confidence in providing personal care A caring, fun, and nurturing attitude
The family is seeking someone who is kind, dependable, and confident in supporting a child with complex needs. The right person will be calm under pressure, understanding of the unpredictability that can come with autism, and able to build a strong, trusting relationship with both the child and her mum. Above all, they should be someone who enjoys making a difference and creating a safe, positive environment.
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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 *