Personal Assistant required for a happy teenage boy who lives in Launceston.
He has Autism and he would like someone who he can build up a positive relationship with and provide him with some 1:1 support.
He would like someone to support him with his communication, independence and life skills. He loves being trains and football.
A personal assistant will enable him to enjoy activities in his local community.
Good rate of pay £12 per hour.
Up to 6 hours fortnightly are available, although this is flexible.
Some weekend and school holiday availability will be required.
Car driver preferred.
Some knowledge or personal experience of working with young people with special educational needs is essential.
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 reply to: cypdirectpayments@cornwall.gov.uk and quote reference number DP/1041
Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.