CDP2659 Personal Assistant for a Child

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

Job summary

A local support service is seeking a Personal Assistant for a 7-year-old boy with ADHD and Autism in Cardiff. The role requires engaging actively with him, ensuring his safety during activities like swimming and park visits, and utilizing creative communication skills. Applicants should be patient, energetic, and capable of providing emotional support. The job is part-time, offering £14.70 per hour, with hours varying between term time and school holidays.

Benefits

5.6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata)

Opportunity to make a positive impact

Qualifications

• Ability to engage with a lively young boy with ADHD and Autism.
• Car driver with access to own vehicle.
• Responsible adult who can anticipate challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support the boy in community activities like swimming and park visits.
• Ensure safety, being vigilant about his condition.
• Engage actively, not just supervise.

Skills

Creative communication skills

Patience

Experience with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)

Calm demeanor

Energetic personality

Safety awareness

Job description

Overview

Dear Applicant

Re: Personal Assistant Vacancy

Please see below the job description for the post of Personal Assistant. DEWIS Centre for Independent Living is passing this information to you on behalf of an individual employer. The application form is available to download from the DEWIS website www.dewiscil.org.uk. Application forms can be posted or e-mailed back to DEWIS at [e-mail].

Please do not attempt to reformat the layout or design of the application form in any way, as this may result in it not being able to be processed when we receive it. You will only be contacted if you are short-listed for this post. Unfortunately we are unable to contact those who have not been short-listed for interview. Please ensure that you include the reference number for the job you are applying for in the box on the bottom right hand side of the front page of the application form. This is the number on the front of the Job Description. You can put several reference numbers on your application form or complete a separate application form for each job you are interested in. We will not be able to accept your application if you do not supply TWO people to contact as referees. Please also remember to say on the back page of the application form if you would like us to keep your application form on file for 6 months if you are interested in other jobs. Thank you for your interest in this position and Good Luck with your application!

Yours faithfully
Dewis Centre for Independent Living

JOB DESCRIPTION

Relief Personal Assistant

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

Personal assistant is required for a 7 year old boy living in St Mellons, Cardiff. He has a diagnosis of ADHD and Autism but the ADHD is much more prominent. He is constantly on the move, running, climbing and exploring so will need someone who can keep up with his pace and match his energy. He also has Pica, a condition where he may try to eat non-food items. His PA must be vigilant and safety-conscious at all times, ensuring his environment is safe and free from harmful items.

He is a lively young boy who loves the outdoors, swimming, farms, trampolines, and exploring through play. He needs someone who is ready to actively engage, not just supervise and he thrives on routine, gentle encouragement, and playful interaction.

HOURS OF WORK

• 3 hours p/w term time & 6 hours p/w in school holidays.
• Days/times to be discussed

RATE OF PAY

£14.70 an hour

TASKS INVOLVED

• Support out in the community to activities he enjoys such as going to the park, swimming, going to the farm and trampolining.
• Ensure his safety at all times as he has no awareness of danger

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• He has communication difficulties and is often hard to understand unless you know him well. Because of this, he can sometimes become frustrated when he’s not understood, so someone who is patient with creative communication skills are essential.
• Experience with ALN (Additional Learning Needs)
• Car driver with access to own car
• Calm, energetic person who can join in the fun, not stand back
• A responsible adult who can anticipate challenges, keep him safe, and support him emotionally and physically
• Caring and Trustworthy

ABOUT THE JOB

Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A probation period will be necessary in the first instance. Wages will be paid 4 weekly. You will receive 5.6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata). You will be required to apply for a DBS check at no expense to you.

Please Note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer or be liable for any issues arising out of your employment should you be offered employment.

Thank you.