Personal Assistant - ELgin

An exciting opportunity has arisen to provide support to a teenage boy to access meaningful activities within his local community.  Personal assistant will provide short breaks for his parents and building his resistance to change.

Duties may include supporting him to access activities in the local community which allows opportunities to participate in activities which are meaningful, enjoyable and safe time spend out with the family home. Please add activity that suit the young boy.(Active, Included outdoor gym at the school or walking round the park/pond).

Working Hours:   4 hours per week school term and 8 hours per week holiday term.

Rate of Pay:          £16.88

Hours, days and times can be arranged with the employer to be mutually benificial.  

Relief and holiday cover shifts also available

Personal Assistants will be directed by and accountable to the employer.  It is necessary to ask the employer what the support needs are, observing her directions and requests.  It is also necessary to respect the family privacy and to always maintain confidentiality.

Skills, abilities and desirable personal qualities

Applicants must be reliable, trustworthy, punctual and must be able to work with one to one basis. Previous experience working alongside people with Autism Spectrum condition (ASC) Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and a learning disability desirable. Timekeeping is a very important part of this post as the young person does not cope well if things happen later than originally planned. 

A reference from 2 employers, one of which should be current or recent is required. Employees will be required to register with the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) scheme. Further information can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

To apply for this position, please apply on myjobscotland or SDSPersonalassistants@moray.gov.uk Quoting Ref No: ELGRS072026