Area: York

Rate: £12.60 per hour

Hours: 3-4 hours a week on either a Saturday or Sunday

Area: York

 

About the role:

Frank is a friendly and active 14-year-old who loves getting out and about in the community. He particularly enjoys visiting shops that sell balls, spending time in parks and practicing his basketball skills — he is very good at shooting hoops, and this is a big interest of his. He loves going out for coffee, cake or lunch, and enjoys family-friendly cafés, Greggs and local pubs (but not fast-food restaurants). He is naturally a very good-natured person; he is kind, caring and respectful. He can have some difficulties which are mainly caused by sensory needs, despite this though he is a very easy-going person.

Frank is fully verbal and able to express his needs; however, his language is not the same as a typically developing 14-year-old and he can find two-way conversation challenging at times. When talking, he requires processing time, shortened instructions and support to make choices.

Main duties:

• Go with him to the park, always ensuring his safety
• Assist him to go to different restaurants but NOT fast food!
• Play basketball with him and help him if he requires it
• Help him to improve his conversational skills
• Listen to the radio with him, particularly modern pop stations
• Assist him to cross the road and when in car parks as he struggles with this due to his learning difficulties

You’ll also provide emotional reassurance when needed and work closely with the family to deliver consistent, person-centred support.

There is no personal care required.

 

For more information, please see the Job Description 

 

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

 

 

Job Position for Personal Assistant/Carer in Haxby (York)

The following vacancy is available:

Part Time: Up to 10+ hours

Rate of pay: £14.00-£15.00 per hour with 5.6 weeks annual holiday pro-rata.

 

Job Description: You will work with a team of carers to look after a friendly 34-year-old physically disabled man with a spinal injury, in his family home (fully adapted). Helping him with day-to-day activities such as personal care, preparing food/drinks, going out on social activities, light domestic duties and attending medical appointments.

Hours: Hours are organised on a rota basis to cover mornings and some evenings with others available between. The hours are flexible, but help will be required during certain mornings and evenings which can be worked out by mutual agreement.

Applicant specification:

• Experience of working in health and social care would be ideal but not essential.
• Be flexible, reliable and punctual.
• Respectful of confidentiality when it comes to the individual’s private care needs and circumstances.
• Be able to work on their own initiative.
• A full UK driving licence would be preferable. (To be able to drive a disabled vehicle).

 

An enhanced DBS will be required, to be paid for by the employer.

 

Please phone: 07884967994

Or email: vandi137@live.com

If you’re interested in the role available.

 

Closing Date: This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

Location: York

Hours: 6 hours per month – extra hours during August

Rate of Pay: £12.60 per hour

Full UK driving licence essential (to drive employer’s motability vehicle). Must be happy to drive long distances.

 

Personal Assistant – Occasional Weekend Support at Art Events 

Are you interested in art and enjoy meeting people?
I am looking for a friendly and reliable Personal Assistant to provide occasional weekend support at art events. 

About the Role 

• Supporting me at art events on an ad hoc basis (mainly weekends). 

• Helping with setting up and packing away displays. 

• Confidently talking to the public about my work and assisting when things get busy. 

• Being understanding and patient, with some knowledge of autism or a willingness to learn. 

Who This Might Suit 

• Someone who enjoys art and creative environments. 

• Confident speaking with a wide range of people. 

• Possibly semi-retired, or someone looking for occasional extra work without a regular weekly commitment. 

What to Expect 

• Events are planned months in advance, so support can be organised well ahead of time. 

• Locations may vary depending on where exhibitions and events are held. 

• Training and guidance will be provided. 

If you’re interested in art, enjoy meeting people, and would like flexible, occasional work supporting creative events, I’d love to hear from you. 

 

For more information, please see the Job Description_

 

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

Personal Assistant for Jasmine

Location: York

Hours: 2-4 hours per week with flexibility to do more hours when needed (e.g. school holidays)

Pay: £12.21 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Car driver with own vehicle essential

 

About the Role:

You will be supporting Jasmine to access daily activities that she enjoys which encourage social interaction, independence, and confidence. It is important that you approach the role with an adaptable and flexible mindset, willing to continuously learn about Jasmine’s world and help her to feel nurtured and accepted.

Duties include:

• Providing 1:1 support during play and outings
• Helping with routines and transitions
• Encouraging and supporting communication and emotional regulation
• Providing a safe, structured & positive environment
• Collaborating with me to meet specific developmental goals

 

About Jasmine:

Jasmine is a bright, curious, and kind-hearted little girl who sees the world as a playground of endless possibilities. Her imagination is limitless, and she’s always on the lookout for new ways to explore, learn, and create! Jasmine’s kindness is beautiful and her curiosity about the world is inspiring. She is always eager to learn, grow, and connect with the people and places around her.

Jasmine can struggle with big feelings, transitions, overwhelm and demands. These struggles can present as sensory overload and in these times needs help to down regulate. Jasmine uses aids such as a balance board, weighted blanket, ear defenders, cuddles, reassuring words, massage & touch and chewellery. She can have a strong feeling of rejection sensitivity so reassurance and lots of warmth is needed. Jasmine responds very well to routines and kind boundaries and we use visual aids such as interactive timetables and now and next boards. This helps Jasmine to make sense of the day.

Jasmine’s world Includes:

Creative Play & Crafting – Jasmine loves to get lost in play and all things craft. Her imagination has no bounds. She can create beautiful worlds and pieces of art from any resources within her vicinity. She loves to share these passions with the people around her and loves to bring people into these worlds. Whilst her disability can restrict her experiences of emotional regulations, she can also be incredibly emotionally insightful and plays these insights out in her imaginary play. She has an array of teddies, each one with a unique personality and story. These provide much comfort for Jasmine when needed, not least Blunkie and Tygie, a leopard and a tiger who she would love you meet!

Dancing & Music – Music and movement are strong interests of Jasmine’s and she will engage in these activities with lots of enthusiasm. She likes to create songs with her ukelele guitar and will quite often put on “shows” for the people around her. Movement helps Jasmine to down regulate and this is often part of her character and is the way she expresses her joyful spirit!

Nature – Jasmine loves nature. Every stone, tree, and leaf sparks her curiosity and fuels her love for the world around her. She has a specialist interest in “treasures” that she will find and has an amazing eye for detail. She loves little bugs and creatures and will quite often make “homes” for them.

Storytelling & Adventures – Jasmine’s stories are wonderful! She weaves tales full of wonder, bringing her incredible imagination to life. There’s no limit to where her creations can take her! She loves to involve people in her stories collaboratively and always finds ways to include story making in her daily life.

About You:

• Experience working with autistic children or individuals with additional needs
• Calm, consistent, and engaging approach
• Very warm and kind with clear boundaries
• Patient & understanding
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• DBS check (or willing to undergo one)
• Relevant training or willingness to learn (e.g., autism & ADHD awareness, safeguarding)
• Driver with own car essential

 

This is a rewarding role for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in a child’s life.

 

To apply or find out more, please contact Jess on 07938135893 or jess.walker87@icloud.com

 

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.