Penderels Trust Resource House 1A Brandon Lane Coventry CV3 3GU Telephone: 024 7651 1611
Penderels Trust Resource House 1A Brandon Lane Coventry CV3 3GU Telephone: 024 7651 1375
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Leamington Spa, West Midlands
Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1 applies to this vacancy.
Specific working days have not been stated.
Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.
A Personal Assistant is required to support a friendly and active child with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and speech and language needs. There are a multimodal communicator and uses some limited Makaton signing. He enjoys a range of activities including building train tracks, fitting number mats together, completing puzzles, and looking at books. They also responds well to sensory-based activities, particularly using a peanut ball and other activities that help meet his sensory needs. Main Duties Support to access and enjoy community activities. Encourage participation in outdoor play, visits to parks, shops, and soft play centres. Engage them in activities that reflect his interests and support his development. Provide opportunities for sensory-based play and activities. Offer gentle encouragement and reminders regarding personal care, including toileting and handwashing. Promote independence, confidence, and social engagement in a safe and supportive manner. The ideal candidate will: Be patient, caring, and reliable. Have an understanding of autism and communication differences. Be able to build a positive and trusting relationship. Be enthusiastic about supporting children to access community activities and develop independence. Experience of Makaton, autism, or working with children with additional needs would be beneficial, although not essential. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference to a young person's wellbeing, confidence, and enjoyment of community activities.
The individual's 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 and to report defects 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, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure. Costs will be covered.
Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.
Successful candidates are required to undertake any training considered necessary and appropriate to the role.
