: Personal Assistant To A Child

Dewis CIL; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Dewis CIL in Pontypridd is seeking patient, reliable PAs to support a child with autism in outdoor activities and community access. The role is part-time (3 hours per week) with a 2:1 support ratio and requires a car for local outings.

You will work as part of a two-person team, using clear communication and calm reassurance to help the child enjoy parks, woodlands, sports, and transitions, while keeping the family informed and ensuring safety.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with autistic children.
• Patient and adaptable to child’s needs.
• Able to communicate clearly with child and family.
• Willing to drive a car for community outings.

Responsibilities

• Take child to parks, woodlands and outdoor spaces.
• Support child to play football and use trampolines and participate in activities they enjoy.
• Help child feel safe when trying new things or places.
• Use clear communication so the child understands what is happening next.
• Support transitions and changes to routine in a calm way.
• Help manage sensory needs as needed.
• Work as part of a two-PA team for consistency and continuity.
• Keep the family informed about activities and progress.
• Keep child safe at all times.

Skills

Autism support

Patience

Clear communication

Reliability

Job description

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am 8 years old and I live in the Cardiff Bay area of Cardiff. I am autistic, which means I experience and process the world differently to other children my age. I need patient, understanding people around me who can support me in ways that feel right for me.

I am passionate about being outdoors and spending time in nature. I love visiting parks and woodlands, playing football, and jumping on trampolines. I appreciate safety and predictability, and I like to know what is going to happen next so I feel calm and confident exploring new activities.

I am looking for someone patient and kind who genuinely understands autism and will join in with me doing the things I love. I need someone who can help me feel safe and secure while I explore and have fun.

PURPOSE OF JOB

To support me in outdoor activities and community access, including visits to parks, woodlands, and sports facilities. To help me feel safe and confident while enjoying the things I love. To understand my autism and support me in ways that work for how my brain works.

HOURS OF WORK

3 hours per week, 2 to 1 support. 2 PA’s required.

Hours and days to be agreed with the family and will fit around suitable activities and the child's routine.

RATES OF PAY

£15.75 per hour

TASKS INVOLVED

• Take me to parks, woodlands and natural spaces to explore and enjoy nature
• Support me to play football and use trampolines and enjoy other activities I like
• Help me feel safe when we are out, especially when trying new things or places
• Use clear communication so I understand what is happening and what comes next
• Support me through transitions and changes to routine
• Help me manage my sensory needs (for example, if something feels too loud or too busy)

Work together as a team of two PAs so I have consistency and continuity

Keep my family informed about what we have done and how I have got on

Keep me safe at all times

• Has experience of working with autistic children and understands autism
• Is patient and can adapt your approach based on what the child needs on the day
• Understands that autistic children may communicate differently and can adjust how you communicate
• Can support transitions and changes to routine in a calm and reassuring way
• Is comfortable supporting outdoor activities and community access
• Can help manage sensory needs and recognise when things might be overwhelming
• Is reliable, trustworthy and someone the family can depend on
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding and child safety

A car driver is essential for this role, to support community access and outings

Willing to work as part of a small team with another PA

Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period will be necessary in the first instance. The wage will be paid four weekly and appropriate holiday pay given.

The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check which will need to be carried out before employment can commence. The cost of this will be met by the employer (Local Authority).

The relevant checks will be carried out to ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK.