Personal Support Assistant SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ONLY

People Plus Independent Living Services; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

People Plus Independent Living Services seeks a dedicated Personal Support Assistant for a young boy with autism during school holidays. The ideal candidate will provide 6 hours of support weekly, fostering independence and confidence and facilitating outings in the community. A firm yet caring approach and a driving license are essential for this role.

Benefits

Full training provided

DBS check at no cost

Qualifications

• Background in childcare with experience in supporting children with additional needs.
• Required DBS check (can be arranged).
• Full driving license and car essential.

Responsibilities

• Support a young boy in building confidence and social skills.
• Take him out and help with sociability.
• Plan and execute activities with him.

Skills

Childcare experience

Ability to work with autism

Patience

Driving skills

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Personal Support Assistant SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ONLY, Merthyr Tydfil

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Client:

People Plus Independent Living Services

Location:

Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Personal Support Assistant SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ONLY £14 ph.

I am a 11 year old boy who is looking for a Personal Assistant to support me in the Merthyr area. I have global developmental delay with autism, and I need to grow confidence with being outside of home and in social settings. I also need to become more comfortable with transitions to and from activities. I would like to build a trusting relationship with a PA who supports me to manage my anxieties as I don’t have any sense of danger, so I need to be supported at all times.

I wish to gain confidence; I would like to have a little more independence and for someone to spend 6 hours a week in school holidays to go out in the community.

I like most things except noisy and busy areas. I often wear ear defenders when it is noisy and will take breaks for quiet time. I like swimming, trampolining, messy and water play. I love being out in the car so really need someone who drives too.

Tasks and Duties

To take me out and help me be more sociable and confident away from home.

Help me develop my own interests and plan activities with me.

A Personal Assistant to support me for 6 hours a week in school holidays.

Some one who can be firm with me as I have little sense of danger and will need to listen well.

Be patient and help me develop independence and confidence.

A Car user with vehicle essential.

Observe me always and help me to develop self-care skills.

Working Hours / Pay of Rate

6 hours a week School holidays ONLY.

£14 per hour.

20 miles a week to claim at £0.40 pence per mile.

Type of Person Required

Will need a DBS check (this can be arranged if not current)

A person with a background in childcare and works with children with autism, additional needs.

A car and full driver’s license essential

Firm manner to keep me safe.

Training

Full training will be provided in house.

About The job

Salary Frequency – Calendar Monthly or Fortnightly - By BACS.

Successful applicant 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 our Service User. Should your application be successful, you will be directly employed by the customer and not PeoplePlus.