Personal Assistant (PA) Vacancy
Location: Sheffield
Hours: 7:00am-9:00am and 4:00pm-9:00pm, four days every fortnight
School holidays: Additional/longer hours may be available
Role: Part-time Personal Assistant
Funding: Direct Payment arrangement with parental contribution
Pay: To be confirmed
The role
We are looking for a kind, confident and reliable Personal Assistant to support our 5-year-old son, who is autistic. The role would particularly suit a Teaching Assistant, SEND practitioner, childcare professional or someone with experience supporting autistic children who is interested in additional part-time work.
Morning support (7am-9am) will involve helping with his morning routine, getting him ready for the day and taking him to school.
Evening support (4pm-9pm) will involve supporting him with his usual after-school and evening routine, including meals, homework, play and activities, occasional local outings and helping him settle for the evening.
There may also be additional and longer hours during school holidays, with exact arrangements to be confirmed.
We are looking for someone who can build a positive and trusting relationship with our son, engage him in activities and encourage his independence while providing the consistency and structure that works well for him.
About you
- Be reliable, patient, caring and confident.
- Enjoy working and engaging with young children.
- Be comfortable providing clear and consistent boundaries.
- Have experience with autism, SEND, childcare or a similar role.
- Be able to support Hassan independently at home and in the community.
- Have a full UK driving licence and your own suitable vehicle, as school drop-offs and local activities will form part of the role.
The position will be formally employed through a Direct Payment arrangement, with funding supported by Sheffield City Council alongside a parental contribution. The successful applicant will be subject to the appropriate DBS and employment checks. Full details about routines and individual support needs will be discussed during the introduction process, with an opportunity to get to know him before providing support independently.
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