Dewis Centre for Independent Living
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
University of Birmingham
Connect with headhunters to apply for similar jobsAn independent living support service in Wales is seeking two Personal Assistants to provide 2:1 support to a young man. Responsibilities include accompanying him on outings such as shopping and visiting local attractions. The position offers 20 hours per week at a rate of £12.75 per hour, requiring an individual committed to long-term support. Applicants must preferably have experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder and challenging behavior. A vehicle is essential for this role.
Please quote reference PM2088 on application, Apply Now
JOB DESCRIPTION
2:1 MALE Personal Assistants required
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am a 20 year old young man who lives in the Ferndale area with my mum and our dog. I enjoy playing video games, especially first person shooter games on the Playstation. I also like playing arcade games and I like watching gamer videos on Youtube. I have Autism and Pathological Demand Avoidance and can display some quite challenging behaviour.
I like to spend a lot of time alone and mum said I don’t really see the need for the company of others. On occasion, I can be anxious and when I am, I tend to dust the house. I have developed my social skills, I enjoy going to Costa coffee, Dinosaur park in Cardiff and I like explore new things on my own terms.
I have little sense of danger, you may need to be aware of my movements if we are crossing the road as I can be unpredictable or not concentrate.
I do not like any bugs that fly, this is a big fear of mine and this can trigger my anxiety. In this situation, I need reassurance or moving away from the area.
PURPOSE OF JOB
I am looking for two Personal Assistants as I need 2:1 support as I finish college in December. I would like someone who can act as a buddy to me and encourage me to get out and about more to do the things I enjoy the most.
PLACE OF WORK
Local area around Ferndale, Merythr, Nantgarw, Barry
HOURS OF WORK
20 hours per week split between 2 PA’s
10 hours per PA
Daytime hours, potentially over 3-4 days but this is flexible depending on what I would want to do
RATE OF PAY
£12.75 per hour
Including paid expenses and mileage
TASKS INVOLVED
Going to Costa coffee
Shopping
Going to Cardiff Castle
Cinema
I would enjoy any dinosaur related activity
Driving me to the games arcade in either Merthyr or Nantgarw
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Someone who is committed to the role and will work with me in the long term
Atleast one person who can drive and have access to a vehicle and business class insurance
Someone who either has experience of Pathological Demand Avoidance and ASD or at least be willing to do some research into understanding this
Someone who is used to dealing with challenging behaviour
ABOUT THE JOB
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 basis 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).The relevant checks will be carried out to ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK
Thank you
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