Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker – Sawbridge (CM21) – PUR-998-063
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| Job ref. | PUR-998-063 |
| About the Direct Payment Holder |
A family in Sawbridgeworth is seeking a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Personal Assistant to support their 10-year-old son, who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, a recent ADHD diagnosis, and is non-verbal. He is a happy, affectionate child who enjoys smiling, physical affection, and thrill-seeking activities. At times he can experience anxiety, which may present as crying, lashing out, or hitting himself or others. He needs a calm, patient, and understanding adult who can help him feel safe and supported. He relies fully on a responsible adult for all aspects of daily living, both at home and out in the community. He thrives when his routine is understood and followed, and requires a PA who can keep him comfortable, clean, engaged, and well-supported throughout their time together.
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| Hours and rate of pay | 3 hours per week, £15 per hour |
| Location | Sawbridge (CM21) |
| 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 / Moving and handling
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| What you would be doing… |
Personal care, including changing pads and encouraging toilet use Preparing simple meals such as chips and buttered toast Light tidying related to activities (e.g., putting games or toys away) Maintaining his routine and supporting his comfort, wellbeing, and emotional regulation Building familiarity and trust with him and the wider family, including his younger sister Once a positive relationship is established, the PA will also support him in the community with activities he enjoys, such as soft play, jumping/trampolining centres, rock climbing, Go Ape, the park, and other stimulating environments.
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| Required skills and experience |
Have experience working with children with special needs, either in care or education Be patient, kind, calm, and appropriately affectionate Be highly trustworthy and respectful toward the whole family Have strong communication skills, particularly in understanding the needs of a non-verbal child Be committed to supporting him in a way that reduces frustration and helps him thrive
Female preferred
This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).
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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 *