Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker – Watford (WD3) – PUR-992-691
| Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker | |
| Job ref. | PUR-992-691 |
| About the Direct Payment Holder |
Seeking a compassionate and patient Personal Assistant / Mentor to provide weekly community-based support for an 8-year-old with ASD and ADHD. The aim of this role is to encourage social confidence, promote independence, and create positive experiences through engaging activities. Due to high anxiety levels, school attendance is currently limited to just a few hours per week, meaning this role needs to be both flexible and consistent to provide stability. Emotional regulation can be a challenge, so an understanding and supportive approach is essential.
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| Hours and rate of pay | 2 hours per week (flexible) – £18.12 per hour |
| Location | Watford (WD3) |
| 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 first aid / Paediatric first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
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| What you would be doing… | Kind, caring, and patient
Understanding of autism, ADHD, and sensory needs Experienced in supporting children with additional needs (preferred but not essential) Confident in helping with emotional regulation and anxiety Willing to engage in activities that support social development |
| Required skills and experience | Own car with business use on insurance
Comfortable around pets (household includes two friendly beagles) Driving licence required (role involves taking the individual out in the community) |
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 *