VOG1127 Personal Assistant
| Posting date: | 15 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 14 June 2026 |
| Location: | Penarth, The Vale of Glamorgan |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Dewis Centre for Independent Living |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Please quote reference VOG1127 on application, Apply Now
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
A friendly and reliable Personal Assistant is needed to support a bright and chatty 7½-year-old boy living in Penarth. I’m looking for someone who can support me in exploring my favourite hobbies and enjoying them alongside me. I absolutely love football, board games, and computer games, and I’m brilliant at maths! I can be very chatty, and I enjoy sharing my thoughts and ideas with others. As someone with ADHD and ASD, I sometimes find it challenging to cope in group situations, but not always – for example, I really enjoy soft play and playing with other children. On occasions, I may find it hard to lose and might struggle to share or pick up on some social cues, but with the right support, I’m eager to have fun, learn new things, and make great memories.
PURPOSE OF JOB
The main reason for this position is to provide support, enabling me to access and enjoy my favourite hobbies both at home and within the community. Only one personal assistant is required for this position.
HOURS OF WORK
Flexibility is essential, as hours can be carried over and scheduled according to my needs and mutual convenience.
As my PA you will be paid for 12 hours per 4 weeks (3 hours per week), mileage and expenses will be reimbursed.
Please be certain you can commit to these arrangements before applying.
RATES OF PAY
£17.10 per hour
Mileage: 20 miles at 40p
TASKS INVOLVED
Social outings and community activities
Supporting me to be safe while out in the community
Assisting me to maintain and develop friendships
Prompt me with eating and drinking if I forget
Support me to engage in activities that are meaningful to me
Take me to group activities such as sports clubs that I enjoy
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Understanding of how ASD and ADHD can affect me and appreciate the challenges I might face
Someone to have an understanding/awareness of PDA – demand avoidance approaches
It’s important that you are supportive, caring and considerate
Reliability and punctuality matter to me – someone I can depend on
Flexibility is key, as my needs and routines may change
You must be friendly and enjoy chatting
Confidence and a proactive attitude help me feel comfortable.
Respecting confidentiality and being able to work in my home is essential
Experience is ideal but training can be provided as a condition of employment
You should be able to drive so that we can go on outings.
A clean driving licence is required, with business class insurance
You need to be comfortable with pets and not allergic, as there’s a cat in the home
Non-smoker
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 four weekly 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
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
A friendly and reliable Personal Assistant is needed to support a bright and chatty 7½-year-old boy living in Penarth. I’m looking for someone who can support me in exploring my favourite hobbies and enjoying them alongside me. I absolutely love football, board games, and computer games, and I’m brilliant at maths! I can be very chatty, and I enjoy sharing my thoughts and ideas with others. As someone with ADHD and ASD, I sometimes find it challenging to cope in group situations, but not always – for example, I really enjoy soft play and playing with other children. On occasions, I may find it hard to lose and might struggle to share or pick up on some social cues, but with the right support, I’m eager to have fun, learn new things, and make great memories.
PURPOSE OF JOB
The main reason for this position is to provide support, enabling me to access and enjoy my favourite hobbies both at home and within the community. Only one personal assistant is required for this position.
HOURS OF WORK
Flexibility is essential, as hours can be carried over and scheduled according to my needs and mutual convenience.
As my PA you will be paid for 12 hours per 4 weeks (3 hours per week), mileage and expenses will be reimbursed.
Please be certain you can commit to these arrangements before applying.
RATES OF PAY
£17.10 per hour
Mileage: 20 miles at 40p
TASKS INVOLVED
Social outings and community activities
Supporting me to be safe while out in the community
Assisting me to maintain and develop friendships
Prompt me with eating and drinking if I forget
Support me to engage in activities that are meaningful to me
Take me to group activities such as sports clubs that I enjoy
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Understanding of how ASD and ADHD can affect me and appreciate the challenges I might face
Someone to have an understanding/awareness of PDA – demand avoidance approaches
It’s important that you are supportive, caring and considerate
Reliability and punctuality matter to me – someone I can depend on
Flexibility is key, as my needs and routines may change
You must be friendly and enjoy chatting
Confidence and a proactive attitude help me feel comfortable.
Respecting confidentiality and being able to work in my home is essential
Experience is ideal but training can be provided as a condition of employment
You should be able to drive so that we can go on outings.
A clean driving licence is required, with business class insurance
You need to be comfortable with pets and not allergic, as there’s a cat in the home
Non-smoker
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 four weekly 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