Please note this is not a Swansea city council job. You will be working with a private client who received direct payments.

A little about myself:
I am a young boy living in Swansea. I have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down Syndrome, and Learning Difficulties (LD). I am a happy-go-lucky boy. I am very friendly and no trouble, but I do get frustrated sometimes as I struggle to communicate.

I enjoy playing with my tablet and watching YouTube videos. I also enjoy playing with my toys. Once I have had enough, I will stop. I can get frustrated and throw my toys about, but this will mean that I need personal care.

I do not like dogs as they can trigger me. I will need to avoid noisy places. Some things will depend on my mood. I am looking for a PA to get to know me and help me have some fun.

Driver required to take me out.

Male / female preferred.

Hours of work
Sundays:
• 10 hours per week during school term (15 miles);
• 15 hours per week during school holidays (20 miles).

Rate of pay
£12.75

Essential
I need you to:
• Be able to carry out personal care for me;
• Ensure I am safe, as I do not understand danger;
• Have previous experience.

Desirable
I’d prefer if:
• You are patient;
• You can give me time to get to know you.

I’d like support with:
• Personal care;
• Making sure I am safe;
• Making sure I use my car-seat, and am safe in the car;
• Taking me out to soft play or the beach.

I will need my PA to:
Respect and understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality;
Be confident, mature and have patience;
Be dependable and arrive on time;
Be friendly with an easy-going manner;
Be adaptable and flexible;
Be supportive but not take over;
Have business insurance on your car to take clients out.

Concerning the position
A trial period will be necessary in the first instance in the form of a six-month probationary period. Salary will be paid monthly (Annual leave is calculated on a pro rata basis). A DBS MUST be processed prior to any commencement of employment. Costs of DBS will be met by Swansea council where applicant is eligible.