Personal Assistants – DYHYOR

Disability North; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support service is seeking Personal Assistants for an autistic teenager who loves being active and engaging in various fun activities. The ideal candidates will be energetic, kind, and patient, with a willingness to learn about autism. This role includes encouraging independence, providing reassurance, and supporting Dylan during his adventures. Experience with autism is a plus but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Enjoys being outdoors and active.
• Happy to get stuck into adventures (and sometimes crafts!).
• Willingness to learn about autism.

Responsibilities

• Support Dylan in activities he loves, ensuring safety and fun.
• Encourage independence while offering reassurance.
• Provide 2:1 support for physical activities.

Skills

Energetic

Kind

Fun-loving

Patient and understanding

Experience with autism

Job description

Personal Assistant(s) Wanted for Dylan – Fun, Active & Supportive Role!

Meet Dylan!
He’s turning 16 this September, he’s autistic, verbal, physically able, and has a brilliant sense of humour. Dylan goes to Applefields School and is looking for supportive, fun Personal Assistants to help him get out and about.

Riding his bike (he needs a safety buddy – his road sense isn’t the best!)

Swimming

Walks in the countryside & dog walking Indoor route climbing (not bouldering)

Listening to stories

Crafts (when he’s in the mood!)

Spending time with animals

Noisy, crowded, or over-stimulating places like restaurants, shops, or cinemas. Calm and fun is best!

The Role

We’re looking for 1 or 2 Personal Assistants to support Dylan to enjoy the activities he loves.

• Some 2:1 support needed for physical activities
• Ideally one PA who can drive
• Encouraging independence while making things safe & fun
• Offering reassurance and patience, especially when Dylan feels anxious

Who would be great for this role?

• Energetic, kind, and fun-loving
• Enjoys being outdoors and active
• Happy to get stuck into adventures (and sometimes crafts!)
• Patient, understanding, and able to give gentle encouragement
• Experience with autism is great, but willingness to learn is just as good

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.