Personal Assistant 14 per hour

People Plus Group LTD; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support service seeks a kind, patient personal assistant for a 12-year-old boy with ASD in Merthyr Tydfil. Responsibilities include ensuring safety in the community, promoting independence, and providing emotional support. The role offers £14 per hour plus mileage, with flexible hours for 6 to 10 hours weekly. Previous experience with children with additional needs is required. A DBS check and a three-month trial period are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with additional needs.
• Reliability and understanding.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety in the community.
• Promote independence for the child.
• Provide emotional reassurance.

Job description

**Personal Assistant £14 ph**

**About Myself **

I am a 12-year-old young boy who has a diagnosis of ASD and epilepsy, I reside in the Merthyr area with my mother. I am non-verbal, and able to use singular words to express my wants and needs and within school I can use PECs however can become frustrated when adults are unable to understand what I am trying to communicate. I respond well to routine and structure and visual symbols can help me to understand what is happening next. Sometimes I can display challenging behaviours and using minimal words and allowing me to have some space helps in these situations. Providing a countdown when an activity is coming to an end can also help.

I am unable to use the toilet independently therefore will need support with my personal care needs and wears pads.

I can get easily distracted and have no road safety awareness/ or any sense of danger, so ensuring my safety when out in the community is very important to remember, as I might try and run away.

I have a lovely smile and am enjoying developing interactions with adults in my class.

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**Likes:**


* Being outdoors and going to the park.
* Open spaces so I can run around
* Swimming
* Spinning around
* Going in the car
* Having a takeaway
* Routine and structure



**Dislikes**


* When activities I like come to an end
* Loud noises particularly young babies and recently dogs
* Busy places



**Tasks and Duties**


* To access the local community and surrounding areas.
* Always ensure my safety.
* Promote my independence.
* Encourage a happy and positive atmosphere when out in the community.
* Provide reassurance when I have become unsettled



**Working Hours/Rate of pay**

£14 PER HOUR plus mileage to be claimed at £0.40 ppm

6 hours per week non-term time

10 hours per week school holidays

Can be worked flexible



Type of person required


* Someone who is kind and patient and will respect my needs
* Someone who has previous experience of working with children with additional needs and behavioural challenges.
* Full UK Driving licence Desirable
* Reliability is essential
* Someone who is understanding and trustworthy
* Good clear communication skills
* Someone who will encourage independence
* Desirable if they have epilepsy training.

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**Training **

Training is accessible if required for the job role

**Additional Information**

Successful applicants will be subject to a three month trial period

A DBS check will be required, this will be at no cost to yourself



**To apply:** y

Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of Service Users. Should your application be successful, you will be directly employed by the customer and **not ** Peoples Plus