Social Care Personal Assistant (4 hours/week on weekends & 10 hours/week during holidays - Flexible)

Please note this is not a Swansea city council job. You will be working with a private client who received direct payments.

A little about myself: I'm 8 years old, and I have Autism (ASD) and a Learning Disability (LD). I'm also on the pathway for ADHD. I don't use words to talk, but I show you what I need through my actions. I'm strong, busy, full of energy, and I love being outside! I need someone to help me explore the world safely. I don't always understand danger, so I need an adult who can keep me safe when we're out and about.

Male preferred.

Hours of work

• 4 hours per week on a weekend
• 10 hours per week during school holidays (Flexible days and times)

Rate of pay

• £13.13

Essential

I need you to:

• Take me out into the community and help me explore safely
• Understand my sensory needs and help me enjoy the things I love
• Be patient when I get fixated on something - it's part of how I experience the world
• Help me have fun while keeping me safe

Desirable

I'd prefer if:

• You are physically fit and able to run - I'm fast and love to move
• Are vigilant and aware of your surroundings - I need someone who's always looking out for me
• You are experienced with children like me - especially those with Autism and Learning Disabilities
• You are creative and playful
• You are kind and patient - I need someone who understands me, even when I don't use words

I'd like support with:

• Going out in the community

I will need my PA to:

• Respect and understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality
• Be confident, mature and have patience
• Be dependable and arrive on time
• Be friendly with an easy-going manner
• Be adaptable and flexible
• Be supportive but not take over
• Have business insurance on your car to take clients out

Concerning the position

A trial period will be necessary in the first instance in the form of a six-month probationary period. Salary will be paid monthly (Annual leave is calculated on a pro rata basis). A DBS MUST be processed prior to any commencement of employment. Costs of DBS will be met by Swansea council where applicant is eligible.