Personal Assistant/Support Worker Vacancies - Supporting Children and Young People

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Unique Job Number: MSI1 Personal Assistant/Support Worker

Experienced PA required to care for a 14 year old girl living in New Malden. Duties will include taking her out in the community (e.g. to parks and playgrounds), as well as supervising her at home (e.g. whilst she is eating). As she can display some challenging behaviours, the PA must be good at setting boundaries and have a good sense of humour.

Hours of work: 1 shift of 3 to 4 hours a week at the weekend or after school (flexible). Hours may be increased in the future

Unique Job Number: MZE1, SEN Nanny

There is some flexibility in the exact times, to arrange with the family.

Manual handling training and hoist experience is preferred.

MZE loves spending time with energetic and fun people and enjoys music, stories, swings, swimming, and trips

The Nanny will support with feeding, toileting, giving a shower, getting dressed, playing together, reading books, simple physio/OT exercises.

Eye gaze experience and access to a car/driving license preferred.

Unique Job Number: ABC1, SEN Nanny

Day and Time TBC – with potential for additional hours

ABC family is looking for a part-time nanny to assist with care for a child with cerebral palsy. The ideal candidate will be warm and caring, focused, alert, with outstanding hygiene standards and some experience.

Some of the responsibilities include:

Personal care, including manual handling and changing
Using a hoist (training can be provided)
PEG feeding (training can be provided)
Gentle play and exercise

The ideal candidate would be someone with a background in/studying medicine, education or physiotherapy. However, a keen enthusiasm to learn and assist with care for a child with complex medical needs would be fantastic too!

Unique Job Number: ATA1, Band 6 Nurses

Experienced Band 5 or 6 RGN nurses required for day roles to care for a 3-year-old girl in Kingston upon Thames.

The Day Shifts will be accompanying ATA to school Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.

The nurses are required to be up to date with their tracheostomy.

Free Parking available, and Norbiton station is a short walk away.

Pay rate: £40 per hour

Unique Job Number: LHA1 Support Worker/Personal Assistant

KCIL is looking for a PA who will provide support to a 13-year-old cheeky non-verbal boy during outdoor activities, like trips to cinemas, day out in London, going out to local park or swimming pool, but also assisting him with indoor activities.

The ideal PA will be enthusiastic, interactive, warm, shows willingness to learn and has previous experience of working with autistic people. However, full training will be given.

DBS check is required, and it can be done upon acceptance of the role.

Driving licence is beneficial for this role however it is not necessary.

Unique Job Number: MBA1 Personal Assistant/Support Worker

KCIL is looking for a female PA for a 6-year-old girl to help her to engage in activities she enjoys in the school holidays.

The ideal candidate will have some experience working with autistic children. The PA we are looking for will be enthusiastic about playing with the children.

A valid DBS – this can be done by the employer if you do not currently possess one.

Unique Job Number: ITH1 Personal Assistant/Support Worker

We are looking for a Personal Assistant/Support Worker to support a 13-year-old non-verbal girl with taking her into the community to develop her social skills.

ITH likes playing ball games, companion cycling, going to the local playground and park. ITH also enjoys swimming so the ideal PA would be someone who likes going to swimming pool.

The job includes personal care as ITH is double incontinent.

Driving licence and a car would be beneficial for the role.

Unique Job Number: EYU1 Personal Assistant/Carer

KCIL is looking for a PAYE PA to assist 15-year-old girl with multiple complex needs with care. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, interactive, warm and shows willingness to learn.

Duties would include personal care, giving medicine, dressing, PEG feeding, packing ETY’s bag to school. Manual handling training, PEG feeding and hoist experience is preferred, but training can be given to the right person.

The evening shifts will be between 4pm to 7pm or 4pm to 10 pm from Monday to Friday depending on the experience and suitability of the carer.

At 5pm is feeding time (half blended food is given via syringe and the other half is formula), once she’s rested then it’s time for personal care. Medications are given at 7pm. EYU has no formal method of communication so the ideal PA needs to show initiative in finding a connection with EYU and learning about her habits and needs. Creativity in keeping the child occupied is something the ideal PA will be able to provide. We are looking for someone who can make EYU smile and keep her safe and well looked after.

The weekend shifts would be 4-6 hours (days to arrange with the family) and it may include going out.

Unique Job Number: KMA1 Personal Assistant/Carer

KCIL is looking for a PA for a non-verbal autistic 7-year-old boy to support him on weekends, and over school holidays. The role will involve taking KMA out to local park or farms but also for indoor activities, like children’s activities centres – soft play, swimming, museums, multiple fun activities, etc. Experience working with autistic children would be beneficial, however a training for the right person will be given.

The ideal PA must be able to give personal care (nappy change) to KMA and has had experience working with non-verbal autistic children or other learning disabilities under the age of 10 years .

Unique Job Number: ERK1 Personal Assistant/Support Worker

Support worker required for 4 year old girl in New Malden, to support play at home or to access the community to take part in activities she enjoys and to encourage socialisation.

Unique Job Number: RCH1 Personal Assistant/Support Worker

KCIL is looking for a PA to support a 10-year-old girl to develop some independence by going out and doing things she enjoys, like housework and helping adults.

RCH likes to pour out her toys and pretend to go picnic. She also likes going to playgrounds.

The PA we are looking for will have some experience working with autistic children and children with ADHD.

A driving licence and a car would be a bonus.

The PA should not use the phone during working hours as RCH might want to use it and that would distract her from playing.

Unique Job Number: CLA1 Personal assistant/carer

14 year old autistic girl with living in Teddington seeks fun-loving, reliable carer. She is looking for someone to support her to take part in activities at home and in the community such as playing in the park, painting, dancing and drawing.

CLA1 is non-verbal and has some difficulties with social interaction; this can sometimes make her frustrated. Her carer will therefore need to have a patient and cheerful disposition. Experience of working with people with disabilities and children essential.

CLA1 does require some help when going the toilets.

Additional training available to reinforce methods used at school.

Unique Job Number: EBA1 Personal assistant

KCIL is looking for a PA to help a 8-year-old girl to access the local community. The PA will take EBA1 out to the park and leisure activities. This will allow her to access activities in the community and support her independence by having a short break from her mother.

Understanding how to work with autistic children would be beneficial, however training will be provided for the right candidate.

Unique Job Number: EDA1 Support Worker/Personal Assistant

An energetic, fun, reliable and caring personal assistant/carer is required to support a 15-year-old girl in Richmond.

There is an opportunity to occasionally increase the working hours.

The personal assistant/carer will support with: Gastrostomy Feeding, Moving and Handling using hoist, Toileting, Giving a shower/bath, Getting dressed, General personal care, Light housework, Keep busy/entertained, Reading books, Playing creative games, Simple physio/OT exercises (will be shown), Local Trips out.

The following experience is preferred but not required –

Epilepsy

Suctioning and Nebuliser

Symbols/Eye Gaze

Driving license

Basic First Aid

All necessary training will be given.

Unique Job Number: AKO1 Companion/ Personal assistant

We are looking for a young male Personal Assistant/buddy to support AKO1, a polite, friendly, and intelligent 18-year-old with high-functioning ASD. He has strong interests in computer science, history, politics, and geography, and enjoys watching movies, meaningful conversations, and learning new things.

This is not a high-demanding role — think of it more as being an older brother figure: someone who can gently guide and support, offer companionship, and help AKO1 feel more confident and connected.

Your Role:

Be a social companion – chat, watch movies, encourage independence
Support him in accessing the local community (e.g., gym, boxing, outings)
Help with shopping and simple meal prep
Assist with managing emails, bills, and appointments
Encourage and support life skills development at a pace that suits him

Who We’re Looking For:

A computer science student or young professional who shares similar interests
Someone friendly, easy-going, and understanding of social anxiety
A good communicator who can build rapport and trust
No formal experience needed – just a genuine willingness to help and be present

Unique Job Number: Ref: JDA2 Live-in au pair/Care assistant

Surbiton
£25,800 to £29,500 per annum (plus board and lodging in the family home)
30 or 40 hours a week – with a core 20 hours being worked in morning and evening slots - 6.30am to 8.30am and 6pm to 8pm Monday to Friday. Previous holders of this post have combined it with study.
Job available immediately

Surbiton family (including 2 children, ages 17 and 11) need an au pair/care assistant for their physically disabled son, aged 17.

The successful applicant would preferably live-in, as part of the family with their own room. They will be part of a team of carers, teachers and therapists – with this team largely covering the day time period. In addition to their caring responsibilities, the successful applicant would do normal light day-to-day tasks like cooking, washing-up and clothes washing, alongside the family – who separately employ a cleaner for the main cleaning role.

The position has four weeks’ holiday a year pro rata.

Helping with the personal care of JDA2 is core to the position. Duties include helping to get him up and put him to bed, washing and dressing him and preparing his food. No nursing qualifications are required, but some experience of caring is highly preferable, as is a “can do” attitude to our JDA2’s disability. Tasks will include assisting with basic massage and gentle physical exercises. Help with JDA2’s sister may be required from time to time.

A good level of conversational English is important, as is a good level of fitness and strength. Basic cooking skills would be an advantage.

If you would like to apply for this role please send your CV to [email protected]

Unique Job Number: CRA1 Personal assistant

We are seeking a reliable and understanding PA to support a 15-year-old autistic boy in Chessington. This role involves helping him explore fun activities in the community, encouraging his communication, and ensuring his safety at all times.

You will be a trusted adult who can build a positive relationship and support him in making choices about how he spends his time.

Key qualities we’re looking for:

Patience and empathy
Strong communication skills
Experience with autism or willingness to learn
A fun and engaging personality

Unique Job Number: GWA1 Weekend PA/ Support Worker

GWA is an energetic non-verbal eight-year-old girl who loves fresh air, sensory play and adventures in the park or garden. She uses an accessible pushchair when walking longer distances.

The role:

Plan and lead simple outdoor activities: garden games, local park trips, trampoline-jumping, etc.
Promote fun, safety and positive social interaction throughout each outing.

We’re looking for:

Energy & alertness — able to match an eight-year-old’s curiosity!
Autism-support experience (eg, as a teaching assistant, SEN volunteer, sibling-carer, etc.). However, for the right person full training will be given.
Confidence using an accessible pushchair and public playground equipment.
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain ).

Unique Job Number: TME1 Special Needs Learning Support Assistant

We are currently looking for a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to work with a creative six-year-old girl based in Kingston upon Thames who is home-school and has a form of autism called Pathological Demand Avoidance as well as ADHD.

The ideal candidate will be a consistent and reliable presence in the child’s life, supporting her with educational activities at home and maintaining regular communication with her teacher. A key part of the role will involve taking the time to understand her unique needs and learning style, and being proactive in researching strategies to help her thrive. This means staying engaged, being observant, and offering thoughtful support tailored to her development.

In addition to educational support, the LSA will accompany her to forest school and 1:1 swimming lessons once a week, assisting with practical tasks such as helping in the swimming pool changing rooms. Social interaction is another important part of the role, including spending quality time with her, helping her navigate play and emotional regulation, and offering companionship during various activities. She also receives Occupational Therapy and the LSA will collaborate with the OT to implement sensory circuits throughout the week.

Unique Job Number: CCH1 PA/Support Worker

KCIL is looking for a Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker to support a 15-year-old boy with Prader-Willi Syndrome and special educational needs during planned activities over the summer holidays.

The young person is independent with mobility and daily living activities but requires supervision around food. The PA will accompany him to activities, ensuring his safety, wellbeing, and enjoyment.

Who We’re Looking For:

Fun, energetic, and reliable
Able to maintain strong boundaries
Good sense of humour and patient nature
Experience working with young people with special needs preferred

Other Details:

Ideally self-employed, but PAYE employment may be considered for the right candidate

Unique Job Number: KEM1 Female Carer

KCIL is looking for a reliable, experienced female carer (ideally over 30) to support KEM1, a teenage girl who is blind, autistic, and has multi-sensory impairments. KEM1 enjoys baking, music, arts & crafts, gentle outings, and needs someone who can build trust, provide stability, and keep her positively engaged.

Essential:
Experience with teenagers with autism and/or sensory impairments
Emotionally intelligent and fun, but mature
Able to commit for at least 1 year
Preferably a driver with own car (not essential)

You’ll accompany KEM1 to activities, help her socialise, and offer calm, supportive company.