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

Job summary

Dewis Centre for Independent Living in Porth is seeking a part-time Personal Assistant to accompany a young client on community activities and outings.

The role is on-site with flexible hours during term time and school holidays. Candidates must be able to drive, be reliable, and committed to safeguarding, with DBS disclosures required before starting.

Qualifications

• Must have a good sense of humour.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Friendly, sociable and patient personality.
• Non-smoker.
• Must be able to drive and have own car with business class insurance.
• Respect confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Take the client out in the community.
• Assist with cinema, bowling and other activities.
• Support with toileting if needed during outings.
• Assist with snacks and meals as time allows.
• Support independence and confidence building.

Skills

Humour

Trustworthy

Friendly

Non-smoker

Driving licence

Confidentiality

Job description

PM1906 Personal Assistant

CAPTION:

• Company: Dewis Centre for Independent Living
• Hours: Part-time
• Location: Porth
• Working pattern: On-site
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 5 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 4 Nov 2026

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am a 6 year old boy living in Gilfach Goch. My hobbies include swimming, going to the cinema, going to local parks, listening to music and people watching at soft play. I have a rare genetic mutation which means that I have learning difficulties, hearing loss and I am visually impaired. I am non-verbal and non-mobile and use a wheelchair when out and about.

I am friendly, happy and enjoy being around people.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

I am seeking a PA so that I can go out in the community.

RATE(S) OF PAY

£15.60 per hour

HOURS OF WORK

• 3 hours (term time)
• 6 hours (school holidays)
• Hours to be done on the weekend (term time)
• Flexible during school holidays.

TASKS CAN INCLUDE

• Going out in the community
• Going to cinema/ bowling
• May need support with toileting if I need my nappy changed whilst out.
• Depending on time of shift- I may need support with eating snacks.
• Support with my independence and help build my confidence

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• Someone with a good sense of humour
• Someone who is trustworthy and reliable.
• You must be friendly, fun, sociable and patient.
• Non-smoker
• Must be able to drive and have own car with business class insurance
• You must respect confidentiality.

ABOUT THE JOB

This position is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (Police Check), which must be completed prior to the commencement of employment. The cost of this check will be covered by the Local Authority.

All necessary checks will be conducted to verify that any candidate has the legal right to work in the UK before employment begins.

Although this is a part-time role, it is a legitimate position requiring the submission of a National Insurance number. Employment will commence under an initial trial period.

Wages will be paid on a monthly basis and appropriate holiday pay will be provided.

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