PA/ Support worker

The Rowan Organisation; Colwyn Bay; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A caring individual in Colwyn Bay is seeking a flexible and enthusiastic female Personal Assistant/Support Worker to support a 15-year-old girl with autism in social activities and daily life. The role offers flexible hours during term time and school holidays, with a pay rate of £15 per hour. Experience is desirable, and a driving license is required. This role provides an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Access to training and learning opportunities

5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism desirable.
• Must be a driver with access to a vehicle.
• Clean UK driving license and business insurance needed.

Responsibilities

• Support activities in the community such as swimming and charity shopping.
• Assist with personal care routines when necessary.
• Promote confidence and independence.

Skills

Patience

Trustworthiness

Good listening skills

Supportive nature

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Personal Assistant/Support Worker- FEMALE ONLY
This role qualifies under the Equality Act 2010
Hours per week: 5 hours a week during term time- weekend or evenings and an additional 5 hours during the school holidays weekdays (Dates & times to be discussed and mutually agreed with employer)
Location: Colwyn Bay, Conwy
Rate of pay: £15 per hour

About me

I am a 15-year-old girl, and I am looking for a flexible, patient, enthusiastic, caring female support worker who will help me to expand my social horizons and support me with the activities and hobbies I enjoy. I have autism and I am currently being assessed for ADHD & Learning Disability. I enjoy a number of activities such as crafts, Art, music, Discos/dancing, swimming and would like to attend a gym. I have lots of positive energy and will need someone who can keep up with me as I like to be active and involved in new things and being creative. If this sounds like you, I’d love to hear from you.

What you can expect

• A safe, friendly, and welcoming workplace where you will be valued.
• Flexibility with working hours.
• Supervision and support.
• Access to training and learning opportunities.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata).
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Knowing that you make a difference to my quality of life.

The kind of person I am looking for

• Will promote and support confidence and independence.
• Has a person-centered approach and a genuine interest in supporting people to achieve their goals.
• Can follow instructions and will establish a professional standard of care, to be always maintained.
• Will not use their personal mobile phone at work unless in an emergency.
• Is trustworthy, kind, punctual and reliable.
• Is patient and supportive with good listening skills and an ability to provide non-judgmental emotional support.
• Maintains confidentiality and respects the privacy of the family, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• Can work flexibly, adapting to the variable requirements of this role as required.

Task and duties

• To support me going out into the community to do things such as charity shopping and swimming.
• To attend the disco at Conwy Connect with me, abiding to health and safety at all times.
• To prompt me to use the bathroom and accompany me on occasion.
• To accompany me to the changing rooms and help me get dressed/ undressed when swimming or at the gym.
• Experience of working with similar children desirable but not essential, will be assessed on application form/CV.
• Must be a driver, with access to a vehicle, holding clean UK driving license and either have or be willing to have business class car insurance.
• Any other duties not mentioned but that fall within the scope of this role should be discussed and then mutually agreed.
• Undertake any further training, as mutually agreed.

The role is dependent upon a DBS and 2 references.

We are not able to offer sponsorship so proof of Right to Work in the UK is essential.

Please be aware that this role is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer and you will not be employed by The Rowan Organisation, nor will we be held responsible for any situation arising from your employment.

The Rowan Organisation is a registered charity which supports people who employ their own staff through Direct Payments.