MPM2198 Part time Male Personal Assistant

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

Job summary

A community support organization is looking for a part-time male personal assistant for a 17-year-old boy in the Ferndale area. Responsibilities include assisting in engaging social activities, ensuring safety, and providing companionship. The role requires someone adaptable and reliable with a driver’s license preferred. Payment is £14.50 per hour plus mileage, with flexible hours primarily in the evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be male as per Equality Act 2010.
• Ability to engage and adapt activities.
• Driver preferred for transport.

Responsibilities

• Assist with outdoor activities and community outings.
• Ensure safety during community engagement.
• Encourage participation in games and sports.

Skills

Initiative

Reliability

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Part-Time Male Personal Assistant

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF: I am a 17 year old boy living in the Ferndale area with my mother. I have a strong interest in gaming, especially Pokémon and Minecraft, and enjoy activities such as darts, playing pool, and bowling. I want to do more activities away from my family.

I have a diagnosis of Autism and other learning difficulties and can struggle to communicate, especially with peers. I can also be inappropriate at times and may seem intimidating. I do not like crowded places and prefer a routine; I find it hard when plans change at the last minute.

Purpose of the Job

I am seeking a male personal assistant to help me participate in social activities in the community and away from my family, to help build relationships. This position is advertised as male-only under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

Rate of Pay

£14.50 per hour plus 40p per mile where applicable.

Hours of Work

6 hours per week, flexibly scheduled on evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities (Tasks)

• Taking me to local fields for outdoor activities and summer games available at home when weather is good.
• Going swimming at local pools.
• Going to local parks to play football, basketball, or other outdoor activities.
• Playing darts, pool, or bowling with me; when playing darts, assisting with maths would be a bonus.
• Ensuring my safety when out in the community.

Type of Person Required

• Someone who can use their own initiative and think of new activities when we go out.
• Someone who can keep me engaged and adapt activities as needed.
• Someone who will not take offence when I am inappropriate.
• A driver is preferable.
• Someone reliable and punctual.
• This role is advertised for Male only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

About the Job

This position is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (Police Check), which must be completed prior to commencement. The cost of this check will be covered by the Local Authority. All necessary checks will be conducted to verify the legal right to work in the UK before employment begins. Although part-time, the role requires the submission of a National Insurance number. Employment will commence under an initial trial period. Wages will be paid monthly and appropriate holiday pay provided.

Important Note

Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not serve as the employer or be liable for any issues arising from employment if offered the position.