PA wanted for happy, energetic 12 year old boy CB2233
| Posting date: | 28 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | to be discussed at interview |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 27 June 2026 |
| Location: | Westbury, Wiltshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Independent Lives |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CB2233 |
Summary
PA wanted for happy, energetic 12 year old boy!
Ref: CB2233
Location: Westbury
Details
This role is to support a Child
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
Employed or Self-employed
Hours per week:
4 hours during term time which will be mainly over weekends and then 6 hours during school holidays where the day may vary
Hourly pay rate:
To be discussed.
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We are seeking a caring and reliable Personal Assistant to support a cheerful, energetic 12‑year‑old boy with severe learning disabilities and autism. He is non‑verbal and communicates using Talking Tiles, pictures and visual storyboards.
He enjoys reading books, watching TV, playing with sensory toys and would like support to return to park walks, swimming and outings. He enjoys keeping to a routine which helps him understand what is happening and prevents anxiety. Experience with autism is desirable.
The role involves 1:1 supervision to keep him safe, encourage community access and independence, and to support mum during school holidays for outings with both children.
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Duties include:
- Medication prompting/administering
- Personal grooming
- Eating and drinking assistancee
- Moving and handling
- Other relevant duties as required
- Cooking
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Dressing / undressing
- Bathroom assistance
Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
- Hygienic, tidy and well organised
- Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Honest and cheerful
- Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
- Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
- We are looking for a positive kind, person with lots of experience of working with children with learning disabilities and autism who also has lots of patience!
Additional requirements
- Non-smoker due to medical reasons
- Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
Notes:
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Ref: CB2233
Location: Westbury
Details
This role is to support a Child
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
Employed or Self-employed
Hours per week:
4 hours during term time which will be mainly over weekends and then 6 hours during school holidays where the day may vary
Hourly pay rate:
To be discussed.
-
We are seeking a caring and reliable Personal Assistant to support a cheerful, energetic 12‑year‑old boy with severe learning disabilities and autism. He is non‑verbal and communicates using Talking Tiles, pictures and visual storyboards.
He enjoys reading books, watching TV, playing with sensory toys and would like support to return to park walks, swimming and outings. He enjoys keeping to a routine which helps him understand what is happening and prevents anxiety. Experience with autism is desirable.
The role involves 1:1 supervision to keep him safe, encourage community access and independence, and to support mum during school holidays for outings with both children.
-
Duties include:
- Medication prompting/administering
- Personal grooming
- Eating and drinking assistancee
- Moving and handling
- Other relevant duties as required
- Cooking
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Dressing / undressing
- Bathroom assistance
Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
- Hygienic, tidy and well organised
- Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Honest and cheerful
- Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
- Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
- We are looking for a positive kind, person with lots of experience of working with children with learning disabilities and autism who also has lots of patience!
Additional requirements
- Non-smoker due to medical reasons
- Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
Notes:
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.
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