A caring and supportive personal assistant is required for a 17-year-old boy with autism and mobility needs living in the Truro area. His interests are arts and crafts, bird watching, Dr Who, visiting museums and a love of his dog, Gwyn.
Support is required for social activities out in the community, and promoting independent living skills, as well as support in his home setting. Assistance will be needed to support his mobility using his wheelchair when accessing the community.
Your support will enable him to explore the local area, enjoy more social opportunities, and establish an engaging routine, particularly during weekends and school holidays.
This is a rewarding opportunity to help a young person grow and achieve greater independence while making a positive impact on their life.
The role is part-time, with support required either after school or at the weekends. Additional hours will be available during school holidays.
The hourly rate is £12.00, plus mileage.
Experience or knowledge of working with young people with SEND is essential. A driving licence and access to your own vehicle is also essential. An adapted vehicle would be of enormous benefit for this young man.
The successful applicant will be employed under a private arrangement with the family, and not be employed or carry out work for Cornwall Council.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment will be subject to the successful candidate undertaking an enhanced DBS check, the administration process will be undertaken by Cornwall Council.
If you would like to apply for this role, please send your CV. Alternatively, you can request an application form.
Your CV or application form will be passed onto the family for their consideration. Due to the high number of applicants that are received for various roles, it is not possible to inform applicants if they have been unsuccessful.
Please apply by emailing a copy of your CV and quoting the reference code DP/1056 to: cypdirectpayments@cornwall.gov.uk
Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.