Personal Assistant Required – Barrhead

Hours: 4-6 hours per week

Pay: To Be Discussed based on experience

Contract: Ongoing Contract on review every 3 months

Days/Times: Flexible but mostly weekend

Start date: As soon as possible

 

About the Person

We are looking for a friendly, confident and supportive Personal Assistant to work with our 15-year-old son.

He is a sociable, energetic young person with ADHD and Autism who enjoys being out and about, exploring new places, engaging in activities and meeting people. He has a great sense of humour, enjoys conversation and generally likes being involved in the community.

Like many teenagers, he can sometimes find social situations challenging. He may struggle to read social cues, understand personal boundaries and make safe decisions when out in the community.

We are seeking someone who can act as a positive role model, helping him build confidence, social awareness, independence and life skills while ensuring he remains safe.

 

What is important to me:

· Being active and out in the community

· Having opportunities to socialise and meet people

· Exploring interests and trying new activities

· Developing independence and confidence

· Spending time with someone who is engaging, patient and fun

 

About the Role

As his Personal Assistant, you will:

· Support him to access community activities and social opportunities

· Encourage positive friendships and appropriate social interactions

· Help him develop awareness of social boundaries and expectations

· Promote safe decision-making and risk awareness

· Act as a positive role model for communication, behaviour and relationships

· Encourage independence, confidence and self-esteem

· Support participation in hobbies, clubs and activities that match his interests

· Provide supervision and guidance during outings in the community

The role is about helping a young person develop the skills and confidence needed to navigate the world successfully while enjoying the activities that are important to him.

 

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

· Friendly, approachable and able to build rapport with teenagers

· Patient, calm and understanding

· Confident setting appropriate boundaries

· A positive role model with good values and communication skills

· Reliable and trustworthy

· Comfortable supporting a young person in community settings

· Able to encourage independence while maintaining safety

· Understanding of neurodiversity and willing to learn

Experience supporting young people with ADHD, Autism or additional support needs would be beneficial but is not essential. Personality, reliability and the ability to build a positive relationship are most important.

 

What You Can Expect

· The opportunity to make a genuine difference to a young person’s life

· A rewarding role supporting independence and personal growth

· Variety and flexibility, with activities based around interests and goals

· Ongoing support from the family

· The chance to help a young person develop skills that will benefit him throughout life

 

Essential Requirements

☑ Reliable and punctual ☑ Good communication and interpersonal skills ☑ Respect confidentiality and professional boundaries ☑ Able to work independently and use initiative ☑ Comfortable supporting a young person in the community ☑ Willing to undertake PVG checks

PVG: Required Driving: Desirable but not essential Other Requirements: Understanding of young people with additional support needs is desirable.

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity and think you could be the right person, please get in touch. · Email: creativecompanionpa@gmail.com