Autism-aware Personal Assistant for Independent Living

Dewis Centre for Independent Living; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Dewis Centre for Independent Living in Cardiff is seeking a patient, friendly personal assistant to support an 18-year-old man in Heath. He has autism and learning difficulties. The role focuses on social hours to help him engage with activities, travel independently, and build confidence.

Hours are 6 per week, with flexibility for activities on Fridays, Saturdays or evenings. Rate is £15.70 per hour. A National Insurance number, DBS check, and willingness to learn about his needs are required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting him to access the community and explore activities and places of interest.
• Developing practical life skills, including visiting shops of his choice, understanding money and making purchases.
• Helping him to become more confident communicating with others and expressing his needs.
• Supporting him to develop social skills and explore opportunities to meet people and form friendships.
• Helping him practise navigating familiar and unfamiliar places and using public transport, where appropriate.
• Helping him to build confidence when faced with unfamiliar activities or situations, without putting him under pressure.

Job description

Dewis Centre for Independent Living in Cardiff is seeking a patient, friendly personal assistant to support an 18-year-old man in Heath. He has autism and learning difficulties. The role focuses on social hours to help him engage with activities, travel independently, and build confidence.

Hours are 6 per week, with flexibility for activities on Fridays, Saturdays or evenings. Rate is £15.70 per hour. A National Insurance number, DBS check, and willingness to learn about his needs are required.