Job Description

Posted on behalf of a family

Job Title: Personal Assistant (Child)

About the Role

We are seeking a kind, patient and reliable Personal Assistant to support a 4-year-old child in Carlisle who has autism and a severe learning disability. The role involves providing personalised care, promoting safety, and supporting meaningful engagement through a variety of structured and sensory-based activities.

The child has no sense of danger, so the ability to remain vigilant and maintain a safe environment at all times is essential. She enjoys spending time outdoors on the playground, especially in quiet, non-crowded spaces, and also loves visiting soft play, which offers a calm environment with a wide range of toys and sensory equipment.

Applicants must be confident in managing challenging situations, including meltdowns, which can be difficult to predict. Experience with behavioural support and de-escalation strategies is very important.

This position offers 4 hours of work per week during school holidays. Previous experience is essential, and a DBS check will be required (funded by the employer). A driving licence is preferred.

Key Duties

Provide personal care Support with feeding Offer behavioural support Assist with non-verbal communication Maintain safety and supervision, especially due to child's lack of danger awareness Engage in trampolining activities Support with swimming sessions Participate in water play and sand play Use and encourage engagement with sensory toys Support outdoor play at quiet playgrounds Accompany the child to soft play and engage in sensory activities Manage and safely support the child through meltdowns and unpredictable behaviours

Working Hours

4 hours per week during school holidays

Location

Carlisle

Requirements

DBS Check (funded by the employer) Driving licence (preferred) Previous experience (essential)

Pay Rate

12.21 per hour
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 4 per week

Benefits:

Flexitime
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: ILC-C-139