Social Care Personal Assistant (10 hrs/week term time, 16 hrs/week school holidays) 2 PAs
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 am a young boy living in Swansea I am Non-Verbal and Diagnosed with Global developmental delay and autism. I like to be outside, I love swings, trampolines and climbing. When I am outside, I need close observation as I love running and can be very fast.
I also lack awareness in dangerous situations for example I can chose to run across the road, just because I think it is a game and you may chase me. I will participate in other activities but only for a short period of time. I also like indoor activities, but they need to be secure as I love climbing.
I have favourite snacks i.e. pepperoni which will be packed for me, these can be used to distract me if I start to get unsettled. I will need two PAs to work together. My elder brother will be one PA. My brother knows me well and will be able to pick on the signs if I have had enough etc.
Driver required to take me out.Male preferred.
There will be 2 PA working together.
Hours of work any days / times?10 Hours per week during term time (plus 40 miles)
16 hours per week during school holidays (plus 60 miles)
These hours could be after school or weekends.
Rate of pay: £12.75.
Essential:I need you to:
- Be a male.
- Be able to work with my brother as I need two PAs.
- Be fast to catch me if I run.
- Always observe me.
Desirable
I’d prefer if:- You had previous experience.
- Playing outside
- Going out in the community
- Having fun
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.
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.