A kind and patient personal assistant is needed to support a bright, intelligent autistic sixteen-year-old girl with a wonderfully dry sense of humour in Truro.
She has a moderate depressive disorder and a restrictive eating disorder and seeks a supportive guide to help her engage in activities that reflect her interests and align with those of her peers.
This role offers an average of 6 hours per week with flexible scheduling.
She has a passion for animals, loves reading, and enjoys nails and beauty.
The ideal candidate will be empathetic, patient, and able to build a trusting, supportive environment. Your role will be to encourage her positive engagement in activities, helping her connect with her interests and boost her confidence.
Pay starts at £12.50 per hour, with potential for increase based on skills and experience.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a young person’s life, helping her grow in independence and self-confidence.
Experience of working with young people is essential.
A driving licence and access to transport are essential, and a mileage allowance will be provided.
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/1012 to: cypdirectpayments@cornwall.gov.uk
Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.