Personal Assistant/Support Worker PT – 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.

Pay: £14.56 per hour.

Duties

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

Social Support and Community Activities

• Ensure his safety at all times, supervising him in the community.
• Support in accessing the local community, including going to the Gym.
• Assist with swimming pool visits (you must be comfortable assisting).
• Encourage and accompany him to football games and stadium tours.
• Encourage musical and theatrical pursuits, including attendance at Centre Stage in Kilmarnock.
• Flexibility for longer shifts for travel to further afield outings.

Personal Care

Minimal – prompt him to get dressed properly after swimming etc.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young adults with Autism is essential.
• Preferred: driver with current driver’s licence, own car and business insurance.
• Ability to be physically fit and respond quickly to the client’s needs.

Additional Requirements

• Must undergo a new PVG Disclosure, to be paid by the employer.
• Supply two reference contacts prior to appointment.

Working Conditions

Six‑month probationary period with one week’s notice within that time if the role does not work out.

Mileage costs will be covered for traveling any distance for work related purposes. Travel allowance is included in the wage rate.

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