Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 727
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Please note this is not a Swansea city council job. You will be working with a private client who receives direct payments. A little about myself: I am a teenage boy living in Swansea. I love to go out to different parks, going swimming and to bike ability. I love eating in KFC, it is my favourite food. I love people interacting me with and showing an interest. I am a beautiful, gentle, loving young man. I have ASD which means I am very sensory. I don’t mind crowds, but I don’t like loud noises. I don’t have any danger awareness at all, and I need to be always supervised closely. I communicate through my iPad and my phone; I can type in the things that I want as I don’t say many words verbally. I can dribble a ball as well as David Beckham. Driver required to take me out. Hours of work Sunday: 10am – 12pm 2 hours after school one evening (to be discussed) Variable during school holidays Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to: Supervise me at all times. Ensure I am always safe. Listen to what I want. Desirable I’d prefer if: You have previous experience. A knowledge and understanding of ASD. You are fun and have a good sense of humour. You have a genuine interest in children and young people with ASD. Patience and understanding. I’d like support with Doing the things that I enjoy 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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Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 726
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
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: Hello, I am a fun, active seven-year-old boy with Autism. I am non -verbal. I use a communication board. I love the park, the pool, the beach, I love climbing, slides, trampoline I love cars and toy cars. I am very good in the car and love going to fun places. Sometimes I like to squeeze into small spaces. I know my own mind and will guide you to things I want to do. Driver required to take me out. Female preferred. Hours of work 4 hours per week x 39 weeks (term time) plus 15 miles 8 hours per week x 13 weeks plus 25 miles Rate of pay. £13.50 per hour after tax and NI. Mileage is 39.99p per mile Essential: I need you to be: Calm, patient and observant. I need you to be fast on your feet, because I think it is fun to elope from my adult. I need you to have experience of working with autistic children and to get to know me to learn how best to support me. I am non-verbal so you will need to learn my cues and behaviours. I am not toileted, but you will rarely need to change me. When I am overwhelmed, I need quiet, and calm, maybe go back to the car. My mum will show you how to help me regulate. Confident, mature, reliable, quiet and patient Friendly, calm and easy going Firm and consistent and able to set clear boundaries Able to deal with difficult behaviours safely when they pop up Able to support with feeding Desirable I’d prefer if: Add anything else you want here or delete anything that is not relevant. Female preferred. A playful, happy person, bubbly and fun. Engage with me on my own terms. 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 me 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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Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 724
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Swansea Council will not be the employer for the advertised role. Any successful applicant for this role will be employed by the Direct Payment client, who is the legal employer. A little about myself: Hello, I am a little boy who has cerebral palsy who lives in Swansea. I love to go on walks and to the park, I will need to hold hands as sometimes I can try and run off and I can be a little unsteady on my feet if I am tired. I need some help with using the toilet. I am happy and smiley and love having 1:1 attention. I enjoy spending time playing on my phone. I will need a PA who has the use of their own car or who is happy to take me out on the bus. Rate of pay: Meets national min wage or higher. Direct Payments hours: 4 hours a week during term time 6 hours a week during school holidays Essential skills for this role: · My PA would need to have a clean, valid driving licence who is happy to take me out in their car, or to help me take the bus. · Someone who has a caring and responsible attitude · You would need to ensure that I am always safe · My PA would need to be reliable and punctual; I get very excited when it is time to go out. · Someone who is fun and loves to play · Someone who is willing to undertake any training identified as relating to the post e.g. Manual Handling Course, Basic First Aid . Someone who is experienced in working with children/young people who have additional needs I’d like support with: · Having fun days out to the park, to the beach, or into Swansea. · All instructions and training will be discussed at interview. I will need my PA to: · Respect and understand the importance privacy and confidentiality. · Strict adherence to the regulations of GDPR · Be confident, mature and have patience. · Be dependable and arrive on time. . Be friendly, honest and respectful with an easy-going manner. Concerning the position IMPORTANT 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. On application of a DBS the PA will also be registered for mandatory E-learning which will need to be completed within first 4 weeks of employment.
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Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 722
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
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 lively 5-year-old living in Swansea with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). I’m looking for a kind, patient, and enthusiastic Personal Assistant who can help me explore the world safely, whilst having lots of fun. I don’t always understand danger, so I need an adult who can keep me safe when we’re out and about. I am happiest when I’m playing, whether that’s roleplay, building things, visiting shops, enjoying soft-play, or relaxing in cafés. I especially love Peppa Pig! I can clearly communicate my needs, wishes, and feelings, so you’ll always know how I’m doing. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with children, loves play, and wants to make a real difference in helping me grow, discover, and enjoy life securely and happily. Driver required to take me out. Hours of work: 8 miles per week and 10 hours per week during school holidays. Rate of pay £13.50 Essential I need you to: · Help me have fun, be creative, and playful; · Be physically fit and able to run - I’m fast and love to move! · Be vigilant and aware of your surroundings - I need someone who’s always looking out for me; · Be experienced with children like me - especially those with Autism; · Drive, to be able to take me out; · Be kind and patient. I’d like support with: · My toileting needs. 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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Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 721
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
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 lady living in Swansea. I have autism, bipolar and speech and language difficulties. I am very loving and have a great sense of humour. I am very cheeky. I like to try to see how much I can get away with. I love baking, music and verbal interaction. I do not like to be persuaded as it agitates me. I will let you know if I do not want to do something. I am sensitive to sounds there are certain sounds that I do not like including the hoover, washing machine and lawn mower. I love music and can compose my own music. Driver required to take me out. Female preferred. Hours of work – must be flexible with hours Tuesday 9-6 Thursday 9-6 Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to · Have similar interest · Keep me safe as I am unaware of danger Desirable I’d prefer if: · You have previous experience. · Are patient and understand me needs. I’d like support with · Going out in the community to Llys Nini or swimming. · Play at home with play doh, art and crafts, activity books. · Baking. 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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Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 720
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
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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Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 719
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
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 with ASD, GDD and PICA. I love to run and play outside in the fresh air. I really like kitchens and cooking and mixing ingredients together. I have no sense of danger so need to hold hands when we are out and about. I am good in the car and will sit in the car seat with no problems. If I get overwhelmed, food and firm cuddles will help me to regulate. I am fast on my feet, so you will need to be fit and able to run after me if I manage to get away from you. I will need a PA who drives to take me to social spaces and fun places for me to play and have lots of fun. I will need a booster seat for the car. Female preferred. Hours of work 4 hours per week term time and 10 miles. 10 hours per week school holidays and 20 miles Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to: Understand me, I am non-verbal, though I can communicate with gestures and by pulling your hand. I will need someone who has knowledge and experience of working with kids like me, who can pick up my cues and respond to me in the ways I need to help regulate my emotions if the world becomes a bit overwhelming. Desirable I’d prefer if: You were able to be flexible in where we go for our activities, so that if one place is a bit too much, we can go to a more suitable place. I’d like support with Having lots of fun in safe social situations. Calming down if I become overwhelmed. 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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Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 718
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
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 an outgoing 9-year-old boy, living in Swansea, awaiting a diagnosis of ASD and ADHD. I enjoy being outside, being energetic and enjoy doing exciting activities. I enjoy swimming, hiking, mountain boarding, surfing, rock climbing and parkour. I need to supervised at all times when outside as I don’t always have a sense of danger and will sometimes just run into the road. I like to eat steak and leek and potato soup Driver required to take me out. Hours of work Evening / weekends to be discussed with the family Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to: • Enjoy or be willing to try different outdoor activities including swimming, rock climbing, parkour, skater, surfing • Have a good sense of humour. • Be energetic and adventurous • Be willing to hike, bike rides, scooter and mountain board • Be able to help with outdoor activities • Have first Aid Training • Have knowledge on safe restraint Desirable I’d prefer if: • You are a non-smoker. • You enjoy exercise. • You are a happy person • You are Confident, mature and patient • You are friendly and easy going • You are calm • You like cooking • You can be firm and consistent and can set clear boundaries I’d like support with: • Going out in the community. 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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Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 717
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
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 diagnosed with ASD, GDD and PICA. I am very active and love to spin, jump, run and any type of sensory play. I am always smiling; I know a few words, but I communicate mostly with sounds and object pointing. I would like someone to play with me at home in the garden and when we get to know each other, maybe go out to the park. Driver required to take me out. Female preferred. Hours of work 6 hours per week during school terms. 12 hours per week during school holidays. Out of school hours but flexible Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to: Be able to drive and have a car Be female Be able to carry out personal care Desirable I’d prefer if: You have previous experience. I’d like support with I will need toileting and personal care support. I will need support eating and I have a routine that is working for this. I am a flight risk, so you will need to be vigilant at all times. I put anything in my mouth (PICA) and will need close monitoring. 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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Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days) Job Ref. 716
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
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: Would you like to be my friend? Hi I’m a 10-year-old boy living in Swansea looking for a PA. A little about me, I love socialising and meeting new people my mam tells me I’m a social butterfly. I like high fives, fist pumps and hugs. I enjoy going for walks, messy play, going to the park and jumping on trampolines. I don’t have a very good attention span, and I can easily get overwhelmed, and my behaviour can be a little challenging. If you think we would be a good match please get in touch as I’d love to meet you. Driver required to take me out. Male / female preferred. Hours of work Alternate Saturdays/Sundays for 5/6 hours Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to: • Can provide me with personal care. • Can be my calm when the world around me becomes stormy and difficult for me to navigate. • Have experience in this line of work • Can drive so we can go on adventures while singing along to my favourite songs. Desirable I’d prefer if: • You are fun any bubbly I’d like support with • Personal care • Going out in the community 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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