Personal Assistant (male)

DEWIS CENTRE FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING; Llantwit Fardre; On-site; GBP 7,990,000 - 8,266,000; Part time

Job summary

Lloyd's Register International in Wales seeks a patient, outgoing Personal Assistant for a 15-year-old boy in Llantwit Fardre. You will support social activities, promote independence and assist at home and in the community.

The role is part-time (6 hours/week term-time, 12 hours/week holidays) at £14.85 per hour plus mileage. DBS and references are required; costs covered by the Local Authority. Employment begins after checks are completed.

Qualifications

• Non-judgemental and open minded approach to support.
• Outgoing, friendly personality to engage in activities.
• Good listening skills and ability to follow the young person’s choices.
• Calm, patient and able to reinforce positive social boundaries.
• Aware of behaviour changes and able to guide appropriate responses.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the community to help develop social skills.
• Assist with activities such as films, bowling, laser tag and go-karting.
• Prompt and encourage healthy daily routines (drinking, eating, hand washing).
• Support independence and personal development in a safe environment.

Skills

Empathy and patience

Reliability

Active listening

Non-judgemental

Job description

PM2433 Personal Assistant (male)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Part-Time Personal Assistant (Male)

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am a 15-year-old boy living in Llantwit Fardre with my mum, stepdad and our friendly family dog. I enjoy a range of activities, particularly anything involving cars and motorbikes.

I love attending car shows and have photographic memory for vehicle registration numbers. In my free time, I also enjoy bowling, gaming and visiting arcades, especially to play racing games.

I am a Cardiff City supporter and occasionally attend matches with my gran.

I have a diagnosis of autism and can sometimes experience challenges with my behaviour and social interactions.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

I require support out in the community to help me develop appropriate social skills, understand social boundaries and build my confidence in interacting positively with others. A patient, understanding and supportive Personal Assistant will help me access activities I enjoy while encouraging my independence and personal development.

RATE(S) OF PAY

£14.85 per hour plus mileage allowance

HOURS OF WORK

6 hours per week during term-time

12 hours per week during school holidays

(4 hours on a Saturday, 2 hours on a Sunday)

TASKS CAN INCLUDE

• Going out to watch a film.
• Having a game of bowling.
• To go for a game of laser tag.
• Go karting activities.
• Prompting with drinking, eating and hand washing.
• Maybe grab a McDonalds/ burger king

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• Someone who is non-judgemental and open minded.
• An outgoing and fun personality who takes part in activities.
• Someone who listens to what I would like to do.
• A person who can be calm, patient and can encourage positive social boundaries.
• A person who is aware of my behavioural changes and to teach appropriate behaviour when I am in social settings.

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.

This position is advertised as 'Male only' as an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of theEqualityAct2010.

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.