LILS/SD/CJC - Male Personal Assistant required - Heysham area


Company:	Lancashire Independent Living Service
Salary:	£16
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Preston, PR1 1TP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	13 Jul 2026
Closing date:	12 Aug 2026

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Summary

We are seeking an active, friendly, kind, honest, and reliable support worker to assist a 16-year-old teenager boy with autism, ADHD, and Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). The ideal candidate will have experience and qualifications working with children with autism and a good understanding of neuro-diverse needs.

Duties will include helping him develop life skills, promote independence, and keep him safe both at home and in the community. Responsibilities include:

• Prompting and encouraging personal care, and dressing appropriately for the weather or occasion.

• Encouraging and teaching life skills, such as making meals, drinks, and using household equipment such as washing machine

• Accompanying him safely in the community, as he has no road safety awareness

• Supporting and encouraging him to attend activities, and autism-friendly cinema screenings

• Engaging with him in hobbies such as gaming, Star Wars, and superhero discussions

• Taking him to the Barbers every month

• Offering listening, and reassurance.

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