5hrs per week
£12.32 per hour
We are a family living in North West Edinburgh. We have four children but are looking for someone to help with our youngest son. He is 7yrs old, autistic and non-speaking. He generally attends school well in specialist provision.
Our son loves the beach, and enjoys attending The Yard – although his twin sister doesn’t so it is difficult to do things together. He is very sensory seeking and requires careful watching at all times as he has no danger awareness. He can become frustrated at times due to communication difficulties.
We are looking for someone five hours per week, ideally on a Friday afternoon however it may be possible for flexibility with this. We think it may take some time before our son will go out and about so initially this help may take place at home, or out with mum and sister.
Prior experience with autism is not essential. There will be an opportunity to learn about our son and how to support him. You need to be patient, willing to learn a little signalong, and be happy to get a wee bit messy with slime, sand or playdough. We have three dogs as well so it can be a busy and noisy house!
Applicants must be a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme or be willing to join.
To apply please obtain and application form. An application pack for PA vacancy NM SS ED can be downloaded from the LCIL website.
Alternatively email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk or call 24 hour recruitment line on 0131 475 2558. Quote Job Ref: NM SS ED and give your name and postal or email address.