Personal Assistant to support our 10 year old boy with Down Syndrome


Company:	Cornwall Council Together for Families
Salary:	£15.00 per hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Penzance
Working pattern:	Field-based
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	15 Oct 2026
Closing date:	14 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are looking for a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to support our 10 year old boy with Down Syndrome on a 1:1 basis in the community.

Some knowledge or personal experience of working with young people is essential.

He is a very lively and active young boy so he will need a carer who loves the out doors and has lots of energy! He has a great sense of humour and is fun to be with.

He enjoys all outdoor activities including parks, swimming, climbing, walks in the woods and scootering.

We would like someone to support him with his communication and help to build his confidence and life skills.

He is pre verbal and communicates using Makaton and PECS. Experience with these communication methods would be an advantage, although this is not essential.

This is a rewarding opportunity to help a young person grow, gain independence, and make a meaningful difference in their life.

This is a part-time role and availability at weekends and during school holidays is essential.

The hourly rate is £15 per hour with a mileage allowance paid when the young person is transported in the PA’s vehicle. You must have a full driving license and appropriate business cover to transport the young person.

The successful applicant will be employed under a private arrangement with the family, and not be employed or carry out work for Cornwall Council.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment will be subject to the successful candidate undertaking an enhanced DBS check, the administration process will be undertaken by Cornwall Council.

If you would like to apply for this role, please send your CV. Alternatively, you can request an application form.

Your CV or application form will be passed onto the family for their consideration. Due to the high number of applicants that are received for various roles, it is not possible to inform applicants if they have been unsuccessful.

Please reply to: cypdirectpayments@cornwall.gov.uk and quote reference number RBDP/6016

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

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