Personal Assistant

The Rowan Organisation; Llandudno Junction; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking a dedicated Children's Personal Assistant to provide essential one-on-one care for a young man with developmental delays. This role involves stimulating play, personal care, and ensuring safety during social outings. Ideal candidates will be compassionate, reliable, and possess a valid driver's license with a car. This rewarding position allows you to make a significant impact on a young person's life while gaining valuable experience in care support. If you are passionate about empowering individuals and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with child developmental delay behavior is essential.
• Driver and car owner with business insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one care and support for a young man with developmental delays.
• Encourage social interaction through outings and active play.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Driving Skills

Personal Care Skills

Supervision Skills

Education

Experience with Developmental Delays

Tools

Car

Child Car Seat

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Reference: JD-SE-CCC5

Job Title: Children’s Personal Assistant

Hours: 3 hours per week, covering evenings and weekends. Hours to be mutually agreed in advance. Additional holiday cover hours may be available. Additional hours may be available during the school holidays.

Rates of Pay: £13.50 per hour

Location: Llandudno Junction, Conwy

Closing date: 14.01.25

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

About the Job:

The purpose of this role is to provide one to one care and support to me, a 15 year old young man, with an undiagnosed developmental delay condition. He cannot speak and has some restricted mobility, and he enjoys playing and getting out and about, so a driver and car owner is essential.

Main Tasks and Duties:

1. Help to stimulate and support active play and interaction, predominantly within the young man’s home.
2. Take the young man out on social visits to encourage social inclusion and interaction.
3. To take out and about in your car when required; mileage will be paid at an agreed rate.
4. Always provide one to one care and attention; this will include personal care involving changing pads and clothing when required, in a sensitive and dignified manner.
5. Provide and supervise meals and drinks, being aware of choking hazards.
6. Raise awareness of danger in the current surroundings, providing constant supervision to ensure the young man’s safety.
7. Any other duties that fall within the scope of this role.

Person Specification:

1. Driver and car owner essential; a child car seat will be used in the vehicle. You will need to provide evidence of business insurance. Mileage will be paid at an agreed rate.
2. Establish a professional standard of care which should always be maintained.
3. Undertake the role with due regard to the service user’s physical and psychological needs.
4. Have proven experience of child developmental delay behaviour.
5. Respect and safeguard the goods and property of the family.
6. Respect the privacy of the family and always uphold confidentiality.
7. Be punctual and reliable and have some degree of flexibility.
8. Bear in mind that the role is one of empowerment for the young person.

Special Conditions:

A Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) and two satisfactory references are conditional for the post. This is a free and confidential process.