Personal Assistant to support a fun-loving and active 15 year old with Cerebral Palsy


Company:	Cornwall Council Together for Families
Salary:	from £13.45 an hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	St Austell
Working pattern:	Field-based
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	22 Oct 2026
Closing date:	21 Nov 2026

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Summary

Do you want a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference while supporting a young person to live an active and fulfilling life?

Are you an experienced PA or teaching assistant?

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to support a fun-loving and active 15 year old with Cerebral Palsy living in the St Austell area.

She enjoys going out and about and has a manual wheelchair to get around. She is really friendly, sociable and chatty.

The successful applicant will be employed under a private arrangement with the family, and will 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 note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Essential requirements

Support will include: • Provide support during outdoor activities • Help to reduce isolation • Provide support to safely access the community • Encourage confidence, independence, and social interaction • Promote the wellbeing, routine, and development • Ensure safe, positive and engaging environment • Personal care will be required. About You: • Patient, caring, and energetic • Enjoys outdoor activities in all weather conditions • Experience with children or individuals with additional needs is essential • Understanding of Cerebral Palsy needed • Reliable and able to build a positive, trusting relationship • Manual handling training desirable • PA training to be supported

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