UKCIL
About the Role:
Seeking a compassionate and reliable Personal Assistant to support Nathan (age 11) with autism and other special needs in accessing community activities and developing independence. This role requires dedicated support and understanding of special educational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing personal care assistance (toileting, dressing, feeding).
- Accompanying Nathan to and from social and leisure activities.
- Closely supervising Nathan at all times due to safety concerns.
- Maintaining a consistent and supportive routine.
- Understanding and responding to challenging behaviours.
Skills and Expertise:
- Proven experience working with children with special educational needs (SEN).
- Knowledge of support strategies for SEN, particularly autism, social communication difficulties, sensory processing, and learning disabilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain composure and patience in challenging situations.
- First Aid certified (desirable).
- Valid UK driving license and access to a car.
- Flexibility in scheduling (mostly weekday evenings, potential weekend availability).
Why Join Us:
Be a positive influence in the life of a young person. This role offers the opportunity for personal fulfillment while supporting the development of a young person with special needs. Ukcil offers great opportunities for personal and professional growth.