AM AK EL Part Time Personal Assistant Neurodivergent Young Person

We are looking for a local personal assistant, for a 12-year-old boy, to accompany him to activities (or Social Activities).

He has been diagnosed with ASD, ADHD, severs disease (which causes pain upon walking), chronic fatigue, and an autoimmune condition which affects his access to education and quality of life.

He loves computing and has an interest in coding and the mechanics of how things work but we would also like him to experience some real life learning, such as getting on a bus independently and going out for food, etc.

Kindness, reliability, a positive, flexible attitude and clear communication are key qualities for this role. A good sense of humour and a caring attitude will also help you connect and make a real difference while supporting a fun, happy child.

• A reliable, caring, kind and clear communicator
• Someone with a younger sibling or relative who is neurodivergent, or who has neurodiversity training
• An interest in child led activity time both indoors and outdoors
• An interest in computers, coding and the mechanics of how things work
• Your own car and the relevant business insurance would be desirable but not essential

Hours and rate of pay: 2 hours a week, or 4 hours every 2 weeks, to be discussed, Monday or Tuesday, £12.60ph