DPSS716 - Personal Assistant - 3 hours - Glynneath
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.60 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 February 2026 |
| Location: | UK |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | NPTCBC Direct Payments Support Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DPSS716 |
Summary
Description
I’m a 12 year old boy with Down’s syndrome with severe learning difficulties. I’m non verbal, I have a bone conductor hearing aid (I have glue ear). I live in the Glynneath area. I have a cheeky smile and a wicked little laugh. I’m a very busy boy I like going out to sensory play areas I also enjoy going swimming, I’m looking for a P.A for two sessions a week on Tuesday’s and Friday’s or Sat. Days can be flexible. Sign along would be beneficial but not essential.
Still In nappies
Times flexible
Purpose
Support within the community
Support with road safety
Support with toileting
Person Type
A person who:
is trustworthy, reliable and punctual
is caring, patient and understanding
is friendly and chatty
respects my privacy and confidentiality
will treat me with dignity and respect
Hours
3 hours per week
Additional Info
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer. You will be employed by that individual and not Neath Port Talbot Council. To apply for this job please click the “Apply Online” link and complete the registration/application form. You will only need to complete this form once. If you wish to be considered for more than one vacancy or have any difficulties please contact us on 01639 686140 or email pa-registration@npt.gov.uk quoting the reference numbers of the jobs you are interested in.
This post may require a DBS check (the cost of which will be met by NPTCBC). If this post requires you to work with children then it is compulsory for you to have a DBS check prior to commencement.
If requested by the employer, two satisfactory references must be provided. This post is subject to a trial period of 1 month and a probationary period of up to 6 months.
Wages will be paid on a 4 weekly or monthly basis once a valid National Insurance (NI) number has been provided. You must be eligible to work in the UK and your employer will conduct document checks prior to commencement.
You will receive the appropriate annual leave entitlement as well as all other statutory entitlements, details of which will be set out in your contract of employment. You will also be issued with a Personal Assistants Handbook when your employment commences.
You will be expected to undertake any mandatory training identified as relevant to this post. The cost of mandatory training will be met through the direct payment. Failure to attend mandatory training may result in your employment offer being withdrawn.
I’m a 12 year old boy with Down’s syndrome with severe learning difficulties. I’m non verbal, I have a bone conductor hearing aid (I have glue ear). I live in the Glynneath area. I have a cheeky smile and a wicked little laugh. I’m a very busy boy I like going out to sensory play areas I also enjoy going swimming, I’m looking for a P.A for two sessions a week on Tuesday’s and Friday’s or Sat. Days can be flexible. Sign along would be beneficial but not essential.
Still In nappies
Times flexible
Purpose
Support within the community
Support with road safety
Support with toileting
Person Type
A person who:
is trustworthy, reliable and punctual
is caring, patient and understanding
is friendly and chatty
respects my privacy and confidentiality
will treat me with dignity and respect
Hours
3 hours per week
Additional Info
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer. You will be employed by that individual and not Neath Port Talbot Council. To apply for this job please click the “Apply Online” link and complete the registration/application form. You will only need to complete this form once. If you wish to be considered for more than one vacancy or have any difficulties please contact us on 01639 686140 or email pa-registration@npt.gov.uk quoting the reference numbers of the jobs you are interested in.
This post may require a DBS check (the cost of which will be met by NPTCBC). If this post requires you to work with children then it is compulsory for you to have a DBS check prior to commencement.
If requested by the employer, two satisfactory references must be provided. This post is subject to a trial period of 1 month and a probationary period of up to 6 months.
Wages will be paid on a 4 weekly or monthly basis once a valid National Insurance (NI) number has been provided. You must be eligible to work in the UK and your employer will conduct document checks prior to commencement.
You will receive the appropriate annual leave entitlement as well as all other statutory entitlements, details of which will be set out in your contract of employment. You will also be issued with a Personal Assistants Handbook when your employment commences.
You will be expected to undertake any mandatory training identified as relevant to this post. The cost of mandatory training will be met through the direct payment. Failure to attend mandatory training may result in your employment offer being withdrawn.