PM2319 Personal Assistant
Posted 5 hours 26 minutes ago by Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
I am a 17 year old person living in the Beddau area with my family and pets.
I use they/them pronouns, experience non epileptic seizures and feelings of anxiety, am diagnosed with autism, and tire easily, so I use a wheelchair on longer days.
I enjoy colouring, playing piano, cooking and ice skating.
Purpose of JobI am looking for a PA to support me to access the community, take part in social activities and develop my social skills, with the aim of making me more independent.
Hours of Work6 hours per week during term time and 12 hours during school holidays.
During term time I would like the PA to work 4 hours on a Monday and 2 hours on a Wednesday. During holidays the schedule is more flexible.
Part hours are acceptable if you cannot commit to both days.
Rates of Pay£13.50 per hour and 40p per mile where applicable.
Tasks Involved- Take me ice skating.
- Support me to use public transport.
- Go out for a coffee.
- Help me cook at home.
- Show me how to complete domestic tasks.
- Potentially learn lines with me.
- Build up to going swimming one day.
- Help me develop social skills.
- Potentially attend a club together.
- Ensure my safety and watch for signs of me tiring during activities.
- Someone with a good sense of humour.
- Very friendly and kind.
- Happy to work in a home with pets; liking dogs and cats is a bonus.
- Someone who is not shy or quiet.
- Calm in case of seizures.
- Good awareness/experience working with neurodivergence, autism, or mental health.
- A car driver with business class insurance.
Though a part time job, this will be a proper position requiring a National Insurance number. A trial period will be necessary initially. The wage will be paid monthly, with appropriate holiday pay given.
The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check, the cost of which will be met by the employer (Local Authority). Relevant checks will ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK.