Personal Assistant required for a 16-year-old young man who lives in the Bodmin area.
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 to build his independence and support him to access his inclusive sport and social clubs. He enjoys the cinema and theatre, live music and tribute bands. He also enjoys gaming.
A personal assistant will enable him to enjoy activities in his local community.
Rate of pay £12 per hour.
Up to 7 hours per week are available, although this is very 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/1112