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Personal Care Assistant in South Warrington

Personal Care Assistant in South Warrington

Warrington Disability PartnershipWarrington, Otago, New Zealand
1 day ago
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Personal Care Assistant in South Warrington

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Job Ref : DP / DH09

Location : South Warrington

Hours : 4 per week outside school hour (after school, weekends, holidays)

Rate Of Pay : £12.60 per hour

Personal Care Assistant is required to support a child with Autism, ADHD and epilepsy at home and to access social and leisure activities. We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and proactive Personal Assistant to provide one‑on‑one support to a bright and energetic 9‑year‑old with autism, ADHD, and epilepsy.

This role requires someone with experience in neurodiversity, who can foster a safe, structured, and engaging environment for the child to thrive emotionally, socially, and developmentally.

By working under the direct supervision of their employer, the Personal Assistant is responsible for carrying out instructions to help the child with their day‑to‑day support needs. General good health is important.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the child in taking part in community‑based activities such as clubs, museum visits, sports, or nature outings.
  • Anticipate and manage sensory needs or overstimulation during outings.
  • Foster independence by encouraging choice, autonomy, and self‑confidence in social settings.
  • Prepare for outings by collaborating on plans, practicing transitions, and building familiarity with environments.
  • Support the child to learn independent living skills.

Note : All needs will vary daily, and it is important that the Personal Assistant is flexible and agrees to undertake any other reasonable tasks as requested.

Requirements

  • Car owner with business insurance.
  • Experience in similar roles.
  • Flexible, respectful, trustworthy, patient.
  • Good communicator with a sense of humour.
  • Additional Info : Enhanced DBS required (free).

    How to apply

    To apply, please send a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to the Warrington Disability Partnership Independent Living Team, quoting reference DP / DH09. The Independent Living Team will forward your application to the prospective employer who will conduct interviews.

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