About the Employer

I am mum to a boy with autism, ADHD and a severe learning disability. He is non-verbal and complex, with challenging behaviour. We are looking for 2-1 PA support as he can self harm and potentially hurt others when he is agitated. Applicants must have experience working with special needs children and challenging behaviour. Car driver and owner is essential.

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Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Cognitive / Learning • Mental Health • Invisible

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The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Play parks• Winter Gardens• Visiting shops

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Other relevant information

Tyne & Wear. • The individual keeps pets in the home.1 cat. .

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.
• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.

The client wears a nappy so personal care is needed for this role. >

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The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).

Transport Requirement

Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.

Required Skills

• Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• To work as part of a team.
• To be able to follow instructions accurately.
• Be patient, supportive and caring.
• Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
• Be empathetic.
• Previous caring experience is essential.
• Previous experience in childcare/special needs is essential.
• Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employers needs on a daily basis.
• Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.


Must hold a valid first aid certificate.

Required Training

Successful candidates are required to undertake any training that is considered necessary and appropriate to the role.

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First Aid. PA must already hold relevant qualification.