JOB NEWS: UKCIL is hiring a Personal Assistant supporting a young girl with autism in Ashington on a permanent, part-time basis.

EMPLOYER
UKCIL

LOCATION
Ashington NE63

SALARY
£14.67 an hour

JOB TYPE
Permanent, part-time

HOURS
• 4 hours per week during school holidays only.
• 13 weeks per year.
• Ideally one 4-hour weekday session.

ABOUT THE ROLE
• Support a 5-year-old girl with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
• Provide close supervision to ensure her safety and wellbeing.
• Support access to fun and stimulating activities in the community.
• Encourage development, confidence and enjoyment of activities.
• Support sensory activities and community outings.
• Some personal care support is required.

REQUIREMENTS
• Fun, animated and enthusiastic personality.
• Reliable, patient and caring approach.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Confident managing risks and maintaining safety in the community.
• Physically fit and able to keep up with an active child.
• Knowledge of autism and sensory needs.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Own personal car.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Personal care.
• Social and leisure activities.
• Support to remain independent.

TRAINING
• Essential PA Guide.
• Safeguarding Adults/Children.
• Autism / Aspergers.

SAFEGUARDING
• Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Reference: 85754273.
• Posting date: 3 October 2026.
• Closing date: 3 November 2026.

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