Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 720


Company:	Swansea City Council
Salary:	from £13.50 an hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Swansea
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	15 Sept 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

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 six‑year‑old child living in Swansea. I am currently being assessed for ASD and ADHD. I am highly energetic and thrive in open, outdoor spaces where I can run, climb trees, and explore water play. I am very sociable and enjoy meeting new people. Having others join in with my interests makes activities more enjoyable for me.

I am drawn to physical play and ball games, including football, basketball, and playing with a tennis ball. I am naturally self‑directed and often like to take the lead during activities. I also love being out on my scooter and visiting the park. Riding my bike is one of my favourite things to do, and I would really benefit from more opportunities to go on bike rides in the community.

Driver required to take me out.

Hours of work

4 hours term time – to be worked on the weekend.

6 hours during the school holiday.

Rate of pay: £13.50

Essential:

I need you to:

· Be patient, calm, and able to remain composed in stressful or fast paced situations.

· Be confident and implement routines and clear boundaries, as I may try to test these at times.

· Use distraction techniques and flexible thinking which is helpful

· Be able to think on your feet.

· Be energetic and active

· be able to keep up with my pace and meet the demands of my chosen activities.

· When out in the community, I require constant supervision and guidance to ensure my safety. For example, I may attempt to walk into the road without noticing traffic, so close monitoring and proactive support are essential.

· I can sometimes display behaviours that challenge, such as hitting out when I am told “no.” It is therefore important that my PA has experience in managing these behaviours safely and confidently, using positive approaches and consistent strategies.

· To be is gentle, chatty, and happy, someone with a calm, positive attitude who can support me through any challenges I face.

· When working in the family home, it is also essential that the PA is comfortable around dogs, as there are two in the household.

Desirable

I’d prefer if:

· I love cycling and going out for a bike ride would be great.

· I love to visit climbing centres so going there would be great.

I’d like support with:

· Accessing the local community to do activities that I enjoy.

· Supporting me at home doing jigsaws, playing cars, building Lego.

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.

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