PA/Support Worker – 06/Kilwinning/MK

Personal Assistant / Support Worker (P/T)

Hours: 6 hrs per week.

Days/Hours: Proposed shifts 10am – 1pm or 1.30pm – 4.30pm; days flexible – to be discussed at interview.

Rate of Pay: £14.56.

Duties

Provide support and companionship to a young man with a diagnosis of Autism who lives with his family in the Kilwinning area.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Provide social support and companionship within the local community, ensuring safety at all times.
• Supervise to prevent running away, responding promptly to distractions.
• Support access to local activities, including gym and swimming pool; assist with water activities.
• Encourage positive interaction; continuity and consistency are very important.
• Companion for activities such as car‑related interests, sports events, football games, and stadium visits.
• Attend music and theatre events, such as Centre Stage in Kilmarnock, to build confidence.
• Provide minimal personal care, prompting for dressing after swimming, etc.

Experience and Requirements

• Experience working with young adults with Autism essential.
• Driver’s licence and access to own car with business insurance; current licence preferred.
• Wage rate includes travel allowance; mileage costs covered for work‑related travel.
• Must undergo new PVG Disclosure at employer’s expense and supply 2 references before appointment.
• Agree to 6‑month probationary period with 1 week’s notice if the role does not work out.

How to Apply

Send CV to recruitment@ailn.org quoting Ref: 06/Kilwinning/MK.

Alternatively, contact Victoria Shepherd on 07562074610 for an application form to be returned to:Ayrshire Independent Living NetworkThe Michael Lynch Centre71 Princes StreetArdrossanKA22 8DG.

***Please note that AILN are not the employers; AILN is a Self‑Directed Support Charity offering support, payroll & mailbox service on behalf of Individual Employers***

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