PM Personal Assistant

Dewis CIL; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a young individual with autism in improving social skills and confidence. The role requires reliability, patience, and a calm demeanor, with specific activities including going to the cinema, swimming, and ensuring safety in the community. Candidates must have a valid driving license and business insurance for transportation.

Qualifications

• A car driver is essential with business class insurance.
• Experience in supporting individuals with autism is preferred.
• Consistency and routine are vital for the role.

Responsibilities

• Help improve social skills and confidence in the community.
• Keep the individual safe while out in the community.
• Engage in fun activities like bowling and cinema.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Calmness

Job description

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I am a 15 year old boy living in the Pentre area, I live with my mam and two brothers.

My hobbies include watching tv, going to the cinema, bowling and eating out. I have severe autism and sensory conditions, I don’t like loud places, but can wear ear defenders if I need to. My comfort is my straws, I take them everywhere with me and can get very upset if I misplace them.

I am looking for a Personal Assistant who is reliable and consistent to help me improve my social skills, enjoy spending time with me and doing fun activities. I rarely get angry the only triggers which make me angry is being bluntly told off without an explanation and losing my straws. I need someone who is patient and with reassurance can calm me down.

I also like to go swimming, as this will benefit my development and make my bones stronger for my stance.

PURPOSE OF JOB

To help improve my social skills and gain confidence when out in the community.

PLACE OF WORK

Out in the community

HOURS OF WORK

Wednesdays in term time (3 hours) a week

School holidays 2 days (6 hours) a week

RATE OF PAY

£12.00 per hour

TASKS INVOLVED

·Keeping me safe while I am out in the community.

·Taking me bowling or to the cinema.

·Going to McDonalds for food.

·Helping me with road safety.

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

·Encouraging me to improve my social skills.

·Someone who is calm and patient.

·A reliable and consistent person as routine is vital.

·A car driver is essential and you will need business class insurance.