Personal Assistant for young boy, Norwich NR1 Weekend and occasional evening work £15ph
| Posting date: | 07 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 07 July 2025 |
| Location: | Norwich, NR1 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | UKCIL |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | c4b198ba |
Summary
Personal Assistant for young boy, Norwich NR1 Weekend and occasional evening work @ £15ph
Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: c4b198ba
Job Description: An opportunity has become available for a Personal Assistant. Listed below are details of the job and what tasks are involved. It is advisable to refer to these when submitting your application and advise of the days/hours you are available.Job Purpose: This role requires support with various aspects of social care for an autistic, non-verbal 6-year-old boy.Location: Norwich, NR1Details:- Support during outings (short trips to the park or local walks if suitable)- Supervising and engaging in activities at home (sensory play, games, leisure activities)- Assisting with personal care, including changing nappies, dressing, and hygiene needs- Preparing and assisting with meals/snacks and feeding- Promoting independence and encouraging communication through play- Ensuring safety and wellbeing at all times- Providing respite support for the familyThe young boy has additional complex needs, and enjoys sensory activities, outdoor walks, one-to-one attention, and benefits from a calm and patient approach. He prefers quiet environments and may find crowded or noisy places overwhelming.Personal Specification:Essential:- Previous experience working with children or young people with additional/complex needs- Ability to assist with personal care needs (dressing, changing, feeding)- Patience, reliability, and good communication skills- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)- Punctuality and commitment- ReliableDesirable:- Experience supporting children with autism and/or complex needs- An interest in sensory play and child-led activities- Flexibility, creativity, and a nurturing attitudeSummary Terms and Conditions- The rate of pay for this position is £15ph- Hours and times of work as follows: Contracted 4 hours per week. Prefer to use hours flexibly: 8 to 10 hours every two weeks rather than weekly. Ideally weekends or occasional evenings, depending on current needs and agreements.- The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work I would normally expect to be done during 5.6 consecutive weeks.- Access to free flick training for employed workers.- If this job requires; Manual Handling, Handling of hazardous chemicals and/or Food Handling you will be required undertake annual training.- You will be reimbursed for any agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.The post is subject to the following:- A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.- Satisfactory references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer.- Completion of a satisfactory probation period of 6 months.
Key Responsibilities
Services
- Personal Care
- Social + Leisure activities
- Support to remain independent
Training
- Essential PA Guide
- Safeguarding Adults/Children
- Understanding challenging behaviour
- Autism / Aspergers
Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com