PM1449 Personal Assistant 2:1 position
| Posting date: | 02 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 01 June 2025 |
| Location: | Maerdy, Ferndale |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Dewis Centre for Independent Living |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Please quote reference PM1449 on application, Apply Now
JOB DESCRIPTION
SOMETHING ABOUT ME
I am a 13 year old boy living with my mum and sister in Maerdy. I have high functioning Autism. I do not like raised voices and too many people. Everything goes in my mouth. I have some communication problems, but I am starting to learn to put sentences together. I can have tantrums and can bite, scram and scream. When I am like this, a PA needs to remain calm and patient with me. I do not have any sense of danger and can run off. I am not toilet trained as of yet. I am a happy and affectionate young boy who sometimes enjoys hugs. I enjoy my ipad, travelling on buses, walking, the park, bouncy castles and trampolines.
PLACE OF WORK & PURPOSE OF THE JOBS
At home and out in the community.
2:1 support
HOURS OF WORK
3 hours per week, which are flexible to be discussed at interview
2:1 support (1.5hours per PA)
RATE OF PAY
Meets NLW
TASKS CAN INCLUDE
Accompanying me when out and about
Support me in the community
Undertake activities I like doing
My safety is priority at all times
Encouraging my interaction & independence
TYPE OF PERSONS REQUIRED
PA(s) who are energetic and are understanding of my needs
To be chatty and patient
To be calm, but knows intervention strategies
PA(s) to have drivers licence, their own vehicle and have with business class insurance
Experience of autism and challenging behaviour personal or professional
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 monthly and appropriate holiday pay given.
The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check - which will need to be carried out before employment can commence. The cost of this will be met by the employer (Local Authority).
The relevant checks will be carried out to ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK
JOB DESCRIPTION
SOMETHING ABOUT ME
I am a 13 year old boy living with my mum and sister in Maerdy. I have high functioning Autism. I do not like raised voices and too many people. Everything goes in my mouth. I have some communication problems, but I am starting to learn to put sentences together. I can have tantrums and can bite, scram and scream. When I am like this, a PA needs to remain calm and patient with me. I do not have any sense of danger and can run off. I am not toilet trained as of yet. I am a happy and affectionate young boy who sometimes enjoys hugs. I enjoy my ipad, travelling on buses, walking, the park, bouncy castles and trampolines.
PLACE OF WORK & PURPOSE OF THE JOBS
At home and out in the community.
2:1 support
HOURS OF WORK
3 hours per week, which are flexible to be discussed at interview
2:1 support (1.5hours per PA)
RATE OF PAY
Meets NLW
TASKS CAN INCLUDE
Accompanying me when out and about
Support me in the community
Undertake activities I like doing
My safety is priority at all times
Encouraging my interaction & independence
TYPE OF PERSONS REQUIRED
PA(s) who are energetic and are understanding of my needs
To be chatty and patient
To be calm, but knows intervention strategies
PA(s) to have drivers licence, their own vehicle and have with business class insurance
Experience of autism and challenging behaviour personal or professional
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 monthly and appropriate holiday pay given.
The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check - which will need to be carried out before employment can commence. The cost of this will be met by the employer (Local Authority).
The relevant checks will be carried out to ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK