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CDP2135 Personal Assistant to Child

Job details
Posting date: 24 May 2024
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 23 June 2024
Location: Rumney, Cardiff
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Dewis Centre for Independent Living
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am a young boy living in Rumney, Cardiff; who is looking to employ a personal care assistant to support me at home and within my local community.

I have ASD, therefore I do have some complex needs which can be complex; I am not verbal however, can make my needs known. I find difficulty with some noises and being around too many people .I am quite active and love climbing, such as climbing walls and riding a bike as well as swimming. I get anxious about meeting new people and take a while to get to know someone, to feel relaxed and safe in their company.

If these are activities that a personal care assistant is able to interact with me, this would be a big bonus for me!


PURPOSE OF JOB

• To keep me safe and calm.
• Assist and support me within the local community to access the activities I enjoy.

PLACE OF WORK

In my home and in the local community.


HOURS OF WORK

3 hours a week term time


RATE OF PAY

£12.45 per hour.


TASKS INVOLVED

• Support to access the community
• Support in travelling to and from activities, therefore, a driver with access to a car would be advantageous.
• Support and assist with personal care to access the toilet.
• Someone with experience of additional needs and ASD would be advantageous.
• Attend any training courses to have better understanding of ASD.


TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRE

• Someone who can support my well-being.
• Someone who is patient and kind.
• Someone who is dependable and reliable.
• Someone who may have similar interests as myself.


ABOUT THE JOB

Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period will be necessary in the first instance. The wage will be paid 4 weekly on return of a payslip provided by Dewis Centre for Independent Living. You will receive 5.6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata). You may be required to apply for a DBS check at no expense to you.
Please Note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer or be liable for any issues arising out of your employment should you be offered employment.