Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker – Radlett (WD7) – PUR-545-265
| Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker | |
| Job ref. | PUR-545-265 |
| About the Direct Payment Holder | Seeking a dedicated and compassionate Personal Assistant (PA) to provide one-to-one support for a growing young male with autism, minimal verbal communication, and learning disabilities. He is a gentle and loving individual who thrives with consistent care, creative developmental support, and a calm, focused approach. |
| Hours and rate of pay | 3 hours per week (flexible). Hours can be saved for longer outings (e.g., 6 hours every other weekend). Additional mid-week hours may be available during school holidays. |
| Location | Radlett (WD7) |
| 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 Children • Introduction to Paediatric first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
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| What you would be doing… | Assist with self-care tasks, including washing hands and changing clothes if necessary.
Support with play, developmental games, arts, crafts, and speech/communication activities. Provide a safe and structured environment both at home and, eventually, in the community as part of a team. Collaborate with the client’s mother to teach self-care skills and encourage independence. Tidy up after activities, ensuring a clean and organised space. |
| Required skills and experience | Significant experience working with individuals with autism, learning disabilities, and minimal verbal communication.
Training in Autism, First Aid, and other relevant qualifications is strongly preferred. A clean driving licence and ability to travel as needed. Ability to provide creative, patient, and safety-conscious support. A kind, mature, and reliable individual who is honest and open to learning. |
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 *