668 - Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days)
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.13 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 person who enjoys getting out into the Community and taking part in fun activities. I love swimming, and trying out adventurous places like Ninja Warrior. I’m also interested in gymnastics and enjoy spending time with other children my age. Being outdoors is also important to me. I like walking along the seafront, going to the park, and visiting cafés. I need some support to access these activities, so that I can build independence and have fun whilst giving my family a short break from caring. Driver required to take me out. Male / female preferred. Hours of work • 4 hours per week* during term-time; • 6 hours per week* during school holidays. *Hours preferably to be worked on a Saturday morning. Rate of pay £13.13 Essential I need you to: • Support me within the Community to help keep me safe; • Remind me what I need to do when crossing the road; • Know that when I’m bored I may attempt to run away, so it’s important that I am engaged in activities I enjoy; • Recognise that, although I love treat foods, it’s important that I only have these in moderation. Desirable I’d prefer if my PA: • Is patient and calm, especially when I become upset or refuse to move; • Can use clear language and repeat instructions when needed; • Understands that I like routine and feel more settled when I know what is happening next; • Is encouraging, and celebrates my achievements, even small ones. I’d like support with: • Accessing activities I enjoy, such as swimming, gymnastics, and going for walks; • Developing my social-skills and confidence when spending time with peers; • Staying safe in the Community, especially around roads and unfamiliar places. 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; Support me with my independence; 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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673 - Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days)
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 charming and calm 14-year-old boy, living in Swansea, with a diagnosis of ADHD. I enjoy walking on the beach, looking for stones and rock pools. I like going to the cinema (I really enjoy a horror movie). I like bowling and I also really enjoy gaming and computers. I can be a bit anxious, and I would like you to support me with social interactions and to improve my independence. As my long-time goal, I would like to join a gym and build my confidence. Driver required to take me out. Male preferred. Hours of work 3 hours per week term time, 6 hours per week school holidays. Days to be agreed with family. Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to be: ● Confident, mature, reliable, 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 ● Understand ADHD ● Have previous experience and knowledge of neurodivergence Desirable I’d prefer if: ● You were first aid trained ● You have previous experience I’d like support with • Going out in the community. • Social interactions. • Building my confidence. 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. Non-judgmental to neurodivergent needs. 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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708 - Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days)
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.13 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 middle-aged man living in Swansea. I have a moderate learning disability. I often need prompting as my memory is not the same since I had a Stroke. My passion is Rugby. My favourite thing to do is to watch the Ospreys. I would like a PA to be able to take me to watch the Ospreys game. I would like my PA to drive me to the game and accompany me to watch the game and have a meal. Driver required to take me out. Male preferred. Hours of work 6 hours per week When Ospreys are playing Rate of pay. £13.13 Essential: I need you to: • Be able to drive me to the Ospreys games • Ensure I am safe. Desirable I’d prefer if: • You were male. • You have previous experience. • You have an interest in Rugby I’d like support with • Going to watch the Ospreys games 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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737 - Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days)
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 man living in Swansea with learning disabilities and additional needs. The role as my PA is a varied, person-centred role involving personal care, social and community support, companionship and practical support within the family home. The successful candidate should be approachable, easy to get along with and able to build a natural, trusting relationship with him while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Driver required with UK licence Hours of work Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to: • Be friendly, patient, reliable and consistent. • Be relatable and comfortable building a positive relationship with me . • Be able to communicate naturally while remaining professional. • Be comfortable providing personal care. • Be willing to help with practical household duties, including cooking and cleaning. • Be able to work independently and use good judgement. • Be flexible and willing to support a range of activities both at home and in the community. Desirable I’d prefer if: • You have previous experience in care or supporting people with learning disabilities is desirable but not essential for the right person. I’d like support with: • Personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming and toileting where required. • Supporting independence and daily living skills. • Accompanying me on days out, social activities, shopping, appointments and community activities. • Encouraging hobbies, interests, social inclusion and age-appropriate experiences. • Preparing and cooking meals. 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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738 - - Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days)
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 quiet young boy. I like gaming and finding out facts about things. I have ASD which means I can get overwhelmed in places where there are a lot of people, and I will need someone with me to make sure I am ok and take me out of places if I’m not ok. I will need someone that can give me lots of reassurance. If you were my PA, I would like you to take me to places like LC2, Crazy Climb, Oakwood theme park, and other places like that. So, you would have to be fit and young. I like McDonalds and KFC. I like small animals. I am quite clever, and I like to chat about things I’m interested in, but sometimes it’s nice to be quiet and not talk. Driver required to take me out. Male preferred. Hours of work 6 hours a week , After school support and then flexible in half terms Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to: • Quite young and fit and willing to give anything a go eg rides at Oakwood or slides at soft play. • Someone who has worked with autistic children or has experience in their personal life. • No personal care needed. • Ensure I am safe. Desirable I’d prefer if: • You were male. • You have previous experience. 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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739 - - Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days)
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 full of energy, curiosity, and giggles. I have ASD, PICA, and GDD—but more importantly, I have a huge love for life and play. You'll find me happiest splashing in water, digging in sand, or enjoying tickly games. I love sensory activities and soft play zones, and I’m obsessed Peppa Pig and I like to take my Peppa Pig book out with me. I don't speak yet, but I have a whole world to share and I’m looking for a grown-up friend who understands, listens, and brings the fun. I can communicate with you by showing and taking. Driver required to take me out. Male / female preferred. Hours of work 4 hours a week 8 hours a week in school holidays Rate of pay: £13.50 Essential: I need you to: • Have a quick and watchful eye (I'm fast and curious!) • Have Knowledge of ASD and how to read my non-verbal cues. • Be patient, warm and playful. • Have a calm approach. Desirable I’d prefer if: • You have previous experience. I’d like support with: • Using the toilet • 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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741 - Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days)
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
A little about myself: I am a 19-year-old young man living in Swansea with autism and anxiety. I’m looking for a Personal Assistant to support me in getting out into the community, building my confidence, and enjoying activities together. My interests include: • Playing PlayStation • Supporting Swansea City Football Club (I’m a season ticket holder) • Exploring mountains, and the outdoors • Learning about the Northern Lights • Visiting arcades • Spending time with animals – I have a Cockapoo and enjoy visiting the local community farm I enjoy having a laugh and a bit of banter. I can be quite shy when I first meet new people, but once I get to know someone, I become much more comfortable. I’d like someone who can help me gradually become more confident, particularly when I’m out in the community, such as paying for items or interacting with others. I’m looking for someone who will enjoy sharing new adventures with me. A driver with access to a car is essential, as support will involve travelling to activities. Male applicants are preferred. Hours • 8 hours per week • Some flexibility is required, including occasional evenings and weekends to attend football matches and other activities. Rate of Pay £13.50 per hour Essential Qualities You will: • Be male. • Have a good sense of humour and enjoy friendly banter. • Be patient, understanding and supportive. • Be able to recognise when I need help, even if I don’t ask. • Understand when I need quiet time or don’t feel like talking. • Be reliable, punctual and dependable. • Respect my privacy and maintain confidentiality. • Have business insurance if using your own vehicle for work. Desirable Qualities It would be beneficial if you: • Have previous experience supporting autistic people or individuals with additional needs. • Have a good understanding of autism and anxiety. • Are confident, calm and reassuring. • Are happy to spend relaxed time together as well as taking part in activities. Your Role You will support me to: • Access and enjoy the local community. • Increase my confidence and independence. • Try new experiences and activities. • Build my social confidence in a way that feels comfortable for me. 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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742 - Social Care Personal Assistant (for hours please check working pattern and days)
Swansea City Council - Swansea
from £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
A little about myself: I am a middle-aged lady living in Swansea with a learning dilatability. I am looking for two PAs to work together and take me out on the weekend. I enjoy going out in the community. I love anything that involves being out parks, shopping, music. I do not like shouting or babies crying. I will rock in my wheelchair if I get upset. I will need to be pushed in my wheelchair, and you will need a car big enough. I will also need help with my food and it will need to be mashed or cut really small. Driver required to take me out. Female preferred. Hours of work Sat and sun 3 hours a day Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to: • Be happy to help me with toileting. • Be female. • Have a car big enough for my wheelchair. • Are happy to work with another PA Desirable: I’d prefer if: • You have previous experience. I’d like support with: • Using my wheelchair in the community • Using the toilet • Getting in and out of the car as I can lose my balance 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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Female Personal Assistant - Social Care EF/AW -26 (GCIL - North Lanarkshire)
GCIL North Lanarkshire - Wishaw
from £13.45 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
To apply for this role, please send your CV plus reference EF/AW -26 to parNL@GCIL.org.uk A female Personal Assistant is required to support a woman living in the Wishaw area. She enjoys watching TV, chatting, shopping, and spending time out in the fresh air. She has epilepsy, an acquired brain injury, and physical and neurological disabilities. She has a Peg Feed Tube in situ and uses an Oxygen Concentrator 24/7. You would provide two-to-one support alongside another team member, both at home and in the community, helping her with personal care, daily routines, and the activities she enjoys. Support would include: • Providing support with personal care, including showering, toileting, bowel care, and changing pads • Supporting with moving and assisting, including pushing a manual wheelchair and using a mobile hoist • Monitoring and supporting during epileptic seizures and following emergency procedures when required • Prompting with medication • Supporting with PEG feeding – Peg Feed Tube in situ • Going out for walks using the wheelchair • Supporting with shopping for clothes and personal items • Helping with household shopping • Supporting with other daily living tasks that promote independence and choice The successful candidate should take a proactive and creative approach to providing support, encouraging her to take part in activities that reflect her interests, preferences, and needs. The most important qualities are a warm, friendly nature and a genuine interest in working in a caring and supportive role. Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Driving licence is preferred but not essential as you may be required to drive a manual mobility vehicle. Experience is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided. Hours of Work (with a degree of flexibility): Guaranteed permanent position of up to 30 hours per week Days and Times: Shifts available Monday - Friday: 9am – 3pm (during the first 1-2 weeks 9AM – 1PM) There may be evening shifts required approximately 7pm – 9pm, this will be discussed as interview. Hourly Rate: £13.45 per hour To apply please email your CV together with reference EF/AW/26 to parNL@gcil.org.uk. NOTES TO CANDIDATES If selected for the next stage of the recruitment process, you will be contacted directly to arrange the next steps. If you are successfully hired; you will be employed directly by a Private Employer on a PAYE basis and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible). Please note: This job is advertised by GCIL North Lanarkshire on behalf of a Personal Employer, we are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency. Our role is to assist with the recruitment process and Employer’s responsibilities. GCIL North Lanarkshire is a Self-Directed Support service based in Lanarkshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Act, now in force. GCIL North Lanarkshire is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People's Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs. For more information please contact: GCIL North Lanarkshire Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB Tel: 01698 537 472
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Health and Social Care Co-ordinator | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust - Weymouth
£22,713 - £24,925 p.a.
PermanentPart time
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and organised person to join our locality team as one of our Health and Social Care Co-ordinators. The role is pivotal to bring services together in order to provide seamless care for frail and vulnerable individuals living in Weymouth and Portland. It is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of developments in Community Services. Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful. Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which the Trust will cover the cost of. The successful applicant will need to have excellent organisation skills and be a tenacious and skilled communicator as the role is integral to the development of integrated and co-ordinated services. You would need to have previous experience in a health or social care environment and have excellent administration skills to co-ordinate communications and meetings between primary care, community services and hospitals (physical and mental health), local authority, acute trusts, voluntary services and service users. You will work alongside clinicians, patients, carers, statutory and voluntary agencies connected to the care of the individual patient to proactively support an effective assessment and the development of an integrated personal plan of care, to assist in avoidance of unplanned admissions and facilitate timely hospital discharge. At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities. Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves. Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do. For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate’s individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net This advert closes on Sunday 4 Oct 2026
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