Personal Assistant to support a non-verbal 5 year-old boy with Autism


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:	23 Oct 2026
Closing date:	22 Nov 2026

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Summary

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to support a young person to build confidence, develop independence and enjoy the activities they love?

Are you an experienced PA or teaching assistant?

We are seeking a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to support a non-verbal 5 year-old boy with Autism and severe learning disabilities living in the St Austell area.

He is very cheeky and will make you smile with his infectious laugh. He enjoys water play, going to the park and soft play. He loves fruit shoots, crisps and sweets!

You’ll need to be aware as he’s a runner, so you need to be quick but also uses his pushchair as a safe space.

This is an opportunity for him to have support to safely access activities and events in his local community that he is interested in and enjoys. Support to understand dangers when going out an about in his community e.g. road safety.

Also, to support him in developing his self-care and independent skills, e.g. putting on his shoes and coat, washing his own hands.

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 • Assisting with personal care • Understanding of his needs and being able to adapt quickly • 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 About You: • Patient, caring, and energetic • Enjoys outdoor activities in all weather conditions • Experience with children or individuals with additional needs is desirable but not essential • Understanding of ASD desirable but not essential • Reliable and able to build a positive, trusting relationship

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