CDP2634 Personal Assistant to Child

Dewis Centre for Independent Living; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in the UK is looking for a Personal Assistant to help a 16-year-old girl with Down Syndrome in her daily activities. This part-time role involves supporting her social outings, encouraging her independence, and requires a clean driving license to transport her. The position pays £14.50 per hour and includes a trial period. Qualifications include reliability, caring nature, and ideally prior experience with disabilities. Flexible working hours available, preferably on Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Comfortable with community outings and social activities.
• Willingness to undergo training provided by the employer.

Responsibilities

• Support in social outings and community activities.
• Shopping assistance and encouragement of independence.

Skills

Reliable/Punctual

Considerate/Caring/Trustworthy

Friendly/Chatty

Confident/Proactive

Car driver/Access to a car

Willing to drive owner’s adapted vehicle

Clean driving license

Job description

Personal Assistant

I am a 16 year old girl living in Roath, Cardiff. I have Down Syndrome and I am mostly non-verbal. I know some Makaton but most of the time I communicate through gestures and facial expressions. I am a kind and funny person. I love music, art and crafts. I don't like crowded places and noise.

Purpose of Job

The main reason for the position is to support me out in the community and encourage my independence.

Hours of Work

3 hours support for social activities. Would prefer between 2pm and 5pm on Saturdays, but can be flexible.

Rates of Pay

£14.50 per hour

Tasks Involved

• Social outings, community activities
• Shopping
• Encourage independence

Type of Person Required

• Reliable/Punctual
• Considerate/Caring/Trustworthy
• Friendly/Chatty
• Confident/Proactive
• Experienced/Training provided, condition of employment
• Car driver/Access to a car to transport employer.
• Willing to drive owner's adapted vehicle
• Clean driving license

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.