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Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service; Henllan; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 3,600; Part time

Job summary

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a 17-year-old young man with autism, ADHD and Hypermobility in Henllan, Llandysul. The role offers 16 hours every 4 weeks, in blocks of 6, 8 or 12 hours, at £15 per hour with expenses covered on duty.

duties include accompanying him to gym, parks, sports and days out, helping him build confidence, independence and social skills while staying safe and engaged in community activities.

Qualifications

• Energetic, caring and reliable person.
• Ability to support a young person with autism and ADHD.
• Good communication and safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support daily activities and local outings.
• Assist with travel using public transport.
• Help develop money-handling and everyday life skills.
• Increase road-safety awareness and self-advocacy.
• Encourage social skills, confidence and independence.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Patience

Job description

Company: Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service

Personal Assistant (PA) required to Support a Young Man to Build Confidence and Independence

Location: HENLLAN Llandysul (Work to be undertaken at this location)

Hours: 16 hours per 4 weeks used as block of 6,8 or 12 hours to allow days out events and adventures!

Pay: £15.00 per hour (plus expenses covered on duty)

Are you an energetic, caring, and reliable person who enjoys making a real difference in someone's life? We're looking for a Personal Assistant to support a Shy friendly and engaging 17-year-old young man to enjoy new experiences, build confidence, and develop his independence while having fun along the way.

This is much more than a support role - it's an opportunity to become a trusted companion, mentor, and positive influence, helping a young person discover new opportunities and enjoy the world around him.

He is a bright and kind 17-year-old with Autism, ADHD, and Hypermobility. While these conditions can make it more challenging for him to stay regulated throughout the day and build new friendships independently, with the right support he hopes to enjoy getting out into the community and trying new activities and having his own adventures.

• Going to the gym when the venue is quieter with less people
• Visiting parks, and quiet spaces
• Taking part in sporting activities
• Days out and events

He is looking for someone who can become a familiar, trusted presence in his life—someone who makes him feel safe, valued, and confident enough to step outside his comfort zone while encouraging his growing independence.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll support him to:

• Enjoy activities and local outings.
• Use public transport where appropriate.
• Develop his confidence with everyday life skills, including handling money and making purchases.
• Increase road safety awareness.
• Build social skills, confidence, and independence in a relaxed, enjoyable way.
• Stay safe when in your care.

Initially, outings may stay closer to home while you build a positive relationship together, before gradually exploring further afield as his confidence grows.

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service