PM1449 Personal Assistant 2:1 position

Dewis Centre for Independent Living; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support service in the United Kingdom seeks a part-time Personal Assistant (PA) to provide support tailored to individuals with autism. The role emphasizes patience, communication, and the need for a driving license and own vehicle. Candidates must be willing to undergo a probation period and a DBS check. The service values understanding and energetic individuals to engage with users effectively.

Qualifications

• Must have a driver's licence and own vehicle with business-class insurance.
• Willingness to complete a trial period.
• Experience of handling challenging behaviour is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist the employer with daily activities.
• Support and encourage positive behaviour.
• Communicate effectively and patiently.

Skills

Experience with autism

Intervention strategies

Patient and calm attitude

Job description

Overview

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 monthly 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).

Responsibilities / About the role

PA(s) will be energetic and are understanding of my needs, to be chatty and patient, to be calm, but knows intervention strategies.

Requirements / Qualifications

• National Insurance number submitted as part of employment
• Willingness to complete a trial period
• Subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) check before employment can commence; cost of the DBS check will be paid by the employer (Local Authority)
• PA(s) to have a driver's licence, their own vehicle and have business-class insurance
• Experience of autism and challenging behaviour (personal or professional)