Personal Assistant

Could you be the right Personal Assistant for a young man?

A rewarding role supporting a 17-year-old to enjoy life his way

£12.71 per hour | 8 hours term time | 12 hours during college holidays

Meet the Young Man

This friendly 17-year-old may be shy at first, but loves company and enjoys being sociable. He is very passionate about football, supports Middlesbrough and goes to all their games. He also plays powerchair football for Middlesbrough and represents Northern Ireland internationally.

He has a busy, active lifestyle, is currently at college and wants to enjoy the same experiences as other young people his age. He loves spending time with close friends, enjoys trying different foods, going out and being "one of the lads". There also needs to be quiet time for gaming. He does not want his disability to stop him from experiencing life and is looking for someone who will support him to try new things, build confidence and enjoy greater independence.

The Role

Your support will help spend time with friends, attend football and social activities, and enjoy the experiences that matter to him. This could include:

· Watching football in all weather conditions

· Going to festivals, concerts and, in time, pubs and nightclubs

· Days out and activities with friends

· Trying different foods and exploring new experiences

· Supporting his independence while helping him feel safe and confident

· Supporting emotional wellbeing

Building Trust

At first, you will spend time getting to know him, shadowing and developing a positive relationship based on trust. The aim is to become a reliable personal assistant who understands him as an individual and go on to support to live a full, active life.

Practical Support

· Support with eating, depending on the environment

· Support with all aspects of personal care