PA Info & Opportunities
We are currently seeking personal assistants for a number of clients who require support (listed below).
If you are interested in supporting any of the individuals on this list, please contact Janet or Elliott on 01274 454 150 quoting the reference number.
To register your details on our PA database, please send your up-to-date CV, including all relevant paid experience and training, to our team at info@sicasupport.co.uk.
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Reference: BL6 | 415675
Client: 35-year-old male
Diagnosis: C5 incomplete spinal cord injury – tetraplegic, central Hypopnoea and Obstructive Sleep Apnoea, Autonomic Dysreflexia
Hours: Variable. 1:1 support. To cover holidays and sickness.
Requirements:
Transfers, daily stretching, personal care, outings, and cooking. Car driver preferred.
Reference: OL2 | 220920
Client: 11-year-old male
Diagnosis: Severe Global Developmental Delay, Epilepsy
Hours: Average of 8 hours per week – 1:1 support, the shifts are listed below
Requirements:
To support the client who requires full care, including feeding via a gastrostomy tube. The client is non-verbal, uses a wheelchair, and also has Epilepsy. All training will be provided and an enhanced DBS check is required.
Shifts:
Mon – 4PM to 7PM
Thu – 4PM to 7PM
Sun – 2 Sundays in four – 12PM – 4PM
**Cover for tea times/weekends is essential. Hours can be subject to change at short notice**
Reference: OL3 | 227291
Client: 12-year-old male
Diagnosis: ASD, Dyspraxia, Hypermobility, social communication difficulties, Social Anxiety Disorder, Expressive Language Difficulties
Hours: 4 term, 6 non-term. 1:1 support
Requirements:
We are seeking support for the client to participate in leisure activities within his local community, focusing on enhancing his social and communication skills. The role involves encouraging independence, helping him express his needs, emotions, and feelings through interactive activities, and promoting acceptable behaviours. The PA will also coordinate with the client’s school to reinforce coping strategies in uncomfortable situations. Please note, the client has no stranger danger awareness.
Reference: OL9 | 466717
Client: 16-year-old male
Diagnosis: Down syndrome
Hours: 3 hours per week term time, 6 hours per week non-term. 1:1 support.
Requirements:
We are seeking a personal assistant to support a person with Down Syndrome who is non-verbal and communicates using signs, symbols, and vocalisations. The role involves assisting with personal care as needed, helping with activities, and fostering independence and social skills. Due to limited danger awareness, close supervision is essential.
Reference: OL8 | 319961
Client: 9-year-old male
Diagnosis: CACNA1A (gene mutation), Ataxia, and Epilepsy. Affects coordination and balance, mobility, and speech. He uses signs and sounds to communicate.
Hours: 4 hours p/w term, 8 hours per week non-term, 1:1 support
Requirements:
The client enjoys activities such as swimming, visiting parks, and going to the cinema. Some personal care may be required. The role involves supporting the client in accessing the community, attending local clubs, and participating in social settings, focusing on building relationships with peers and enhancing communication skills.
A valid driving license is essential for this role.
Reference: OL10 | 7069
Client: 32-year-old female
Diagnosis: Autism, learning disabilities, challenging behaviour, visually impaired, Epilepsy
Hours: Various shifts across 7 days
Requirements:
To support the client in her own home, helping her live independently and to access a day service from Monday to Friday. The role also involves supporting her in community activities such as swimming, ten-pin bowling, and shopping.
All support is provided on a 2:1 basis, and due to personal care requirements, this position is open to female applicants only. Owning a car and holding a valid driver’s license is preferred but not essential.
Successful candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and must complete all required training, which will be fully funded.
To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV outlining relevant experience and training.
Reference: OL9 | 302005
Client: 12-year-old female
Diagnosis: ASD and Global Development Delay and associated communication difficulties.
Hours: 4 hours per week 1:1 support
Requirements:
Support is required to help the client access activities within the community, and to encourage her to develop her independence and social skills. She must be watched at all times as she has no stranger/danger awareness. Client likes trampolining, parks, cycling, skate parks, swimming, and play centres.
Reference: OL9 | 460536
Client: 11-year-old male
Diagnosis: ASD, Complex Communication Difficulties, Epilepsy (febrile seizures)
Hours: 3 hours p/w on a Saturday and Sunday, 1:1 support
Requirements:
Support is needed to help the client develop social communication skills and to accompany them to social activities, including visits to MAHDLO and POINT.
Reference: OL9 | 294296
Client: 17-year-old male
Diagnosis: Autism and associated learning, communication, and sensory difficulties
Hours: 3 hours per week term, 6 non-term, 1:1 support on a Saturday
Requirements:
Support is needed to help build confidence and self-esteem, access age-appropriate community activities, and make and maintain friendships independently of his family.
Reference: OL9|137901
Client: 18-year-old male
Diagnosis: Autism, sleep disorder, anxiety
Hours: 3 hours per week, 1:1 support
Requirements:
To support the client in accessing the community and provide assistance at home as needed. To foster confidence and promote independence.