PM1906 Personal Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Porth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support organization in Porth is seeking a part-time Personal Assistant for a friendly 6-year-old boy with specific needs. The role involves assisting with community outings, ensuring his comfort, and providing companionship. Candidates must be trustworthy, patient, and have a valid driver's license. Flexible hours are available, with competitive pay of £14.80 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be a non-smoker.
• Must have a valid National Insurance number.
• Must complete a DBS Disclosure.

Responsibilities

• Support the child in the community.
• Assist with outings like cinema and bowling.
• Provide support with toileting if necessary.
• Help with snacks as needed.
• Encourage independence and build confidence.

Skills

Good sense of humour

Trustworthy and reliable

Friendly, fun, sociable

Patient

Driving ability with own car

Respect for confidentiality

Job description

Overview

Part-Time Personal Assistant

Please quote job reference PM1906 on application. Apply now.

About the person

I am a 6 years old boy living in Gilfach Goch. My hobbies include swimming, going to the cinema, going to local parks, listening to music and people watching at soft play. I have a rare genetic mutation which means that I have learning difficulties, hearing loss and I am visually impaired. I am non-verbal and non-mobile and use a wheelchair when out and about. I am friendly, happy and enjoy being around people.

Purpose of the job

I am seeking a PA so that I can go out in the community.

Rates of pay

£14.80 per hour

Hours of work

• 3 hours (term time)
• 6 hours (school holidays)
• Hours to be done on the weekend (term time)
• Flexible during school holidays

Tasks can include

• Going out in the community
• Going to cinema/bowling
• Support with toileting if I need my nappy changed whilst out
• Depending on time of shift, I may need support with eating snacks
• Support with my independence and help build my confidence

Type of person required

• Someone with a good sense of humour
• Someone who is trustworthy and reliable
• You must be friendly, fun, sociable and patient
• Non-smoker
• Must be able to drive and have own car with business class insurance
• You must respect confidentiality

About the job and employment conditions

This position is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (Police Check), which must be completed prior to the commencement of employment. The cost of this check will be covered by the Local Authority. All necessary checks will be conducted to verify that any candidate has the legal right to work in the UK before employment begins. Although this is a part-time role, it is a legitimate position requiring the submission of a National Insurance number. Employment will commence under an initial trial period. Wages will be paid on a monthly basis and appropriate holiday pay will be provided.

Additional notes

Please note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not serve as your employer or be liable for any issues arising from your employment should you be offered the position.