PA to befriend young boy Downs syndrome in Salford EIA-SCC-

Overview

Befriender role for a 10-year-old child with special needs (Down Syndrome). To help him access the community.

• Spend 4 hours a week during school time and 16 hours during the school holidays.
• Offer positive social interaction, encouragement and build a safe and trusting friendship.
• Encourage social companionship and friendship through play, conversation and shared activities.
• Encourage social and communication skills in a fun, supportive and age-appropriate way; ensure safety and wellbeing at all times; commit to regular contact to provide stability and consistency for the child.
• Be kind, patient and caring; able to build a warm, trusting relationship with my son.
• Enjoy spending time with children and engaging in fun, creative and age-appropriate activities.

No formal qualifications required. The right attitude and qualities are most important.

• Hourly Rate: £12.21
• Hours Per Week: 4 hours term-time / 16 hours in school holidays
• How the hours will be used:
  Saturday every week;
  During the school holidays - four hours in four days.
• Can PA smoke during work hours? No