Care Assistant for a teenager P/T@ £12.71/hr in Billingham - PTE

Care Assistant for a teenager P/T @ £12.71/hr in Billingham - PTE - Billingham - TS23

Personal Assistant (Direct Payment) – Support for a Young Person

Hours: Flexible – term-time evenings after college, plus school holidays and weekends. 3 hours term time, 6 hours school holidays.

A friendly and supportive family is looking to recruit a Personal Assistant to support a young person who is very active and enjoys being out in the community.

The young person has a keen interest in sport and enjoys a range of activities including swimming, football (particularly Middlesbrough FC), and fun outings such as crazy golf. This is a rewarding role for someone who is enthusiastic and happy to get involved in activities.

Duties will include:

• Supporting the young person to access community-based activities
• Taking part in sports and leisure activities together
• Encouraging small steps towards independence, such as handling money and managing change
• Supporting the development of social skills and understanding social cues
• Ensuring the young person’s safety and wellbeing at all times

The ideal candidate will:

• Be enthusiastic, positive and proactive
• Be friendly, sociable and approachable
• Be happy to actively participate in sports and outdoor activities
• Have a flexible approach to working hours
• Be able to encourage independence in a supportive way
• A full driving licence would be preferred but is not essential

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in a young person’s life while supporting them to build confidence and independence.