LILS/SD/CJC - Male Personal Assistant required - Heysham area
| Company: | Lancashire Independent Living Service |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £16 an hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Heysham |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 8 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 8 Oct 2026 |
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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