Personal Assistant Treharris 14 PH

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

Job summary

A community service provider is seeking a personal assistant in Merthyr Tydfil to support a young lady with Autism. The role involves helping her navigate social settings, promoting independence, and driving to community locations. The position offers 5 hours of work per week at a rate of £14.00 plus mileage. Applicants must have a full UK driving licence and experience with young people facing behavioral challenges. Training will be provided if needed.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving licence is essential.
• Training is accessible if required for the job role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in accessing the local community.
• Promote independence.
• Provide support in overwhelming social environments.

Skills

Understanding of Autism

Enthusiastic and fun personality

Experience with young people with additional needs

Reliability

Encouraging independence

Job description

I am a young lady with Autism and OCD. I live in the Merthyr Vale area with my Mum and younger brother. Im looking for a personal assistant for 5 hours per week spread over 2 days. I enjoy my own company so spend a lot of time in my room gaming. I find social interaction challenging which affects my sensory sensitivities and comfort levels in social settings. I am able to articulate my views and wishes. I would really like for someone to take me out in the community to allow me to socialise whilst navigating overwhelming sensory loud and noisy environments. If I am out of my comfort zone, I can get angry and will need support from someone who understands who I am and how Im feeling.

Likes

Gaming, Dr Who, animals, museums, art and watching horror films

Tasks and Duties

• To access the local community and surrounding areas.
• Car driver
• Promote my independence.

Working Hours / Rate of pay

£14.00 and £0.40 pence per mile for any mileage

5 hours per week

Type of Person Required

• Understanding of Autism
• Someone who is enthusiastic and fun to be around.
• Someone who has previous experience of working with young people with additional needs and behavioural challenges.
• Full UK Driving licence Essential
• Reliability is essential
• Someone who will encourage independence

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.

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 PeoplesPlus.