DPSS572 - Personal Assistant - Port Talbot - 6 hours

NPTCBC Direct Payments Support Service

DPSS572 - Personal Assistant - Port Talbot - 6 hours

£24960

NPTCBC Direct Payments Support Service, Port Talbot, Castell-nedd Port Talbot - Neath Port Talbot

  • Part time
  • Temporary
  • Remote working

Posted today, 29 Sep | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 2fd48633b4234582b14d1452339e1bf2

Full Job Description

I am a 14-year-old boy living in Port Talbot. I have a learning disability, Autism, ADHD and dyspraxia but I'm also just a regular kid! I have a happy outlook on life and I am great company. I have a lovely sense of humour and I like to make people laugh. I love talking about things I'm interested in - mainly football, FIFA 23 and WWE wrestling. I like going to parks and riding in any kind of transport. I like watching YouTube and playing on my PS5 but I need to get out more! I don't play any sports at the moment but I'm interested in taking up football. I'm looking for a MALE PA to help me explore new interests and develop some of my independent living skills in the community. I need a MALE PA for 6 hours a week and this could be at the weekend and evenings after school., is supportive who will help to promote my independence
can encourage and support me to develop new skills
is responsible who can help keep me safe when we're out and about
will treat me with dignity and respect
Hours
CAR DRIVER IS ESSENTIAL

6 hours a week to be worked as 4 hours on a Sat morning and 2 hours in the weekday after school. Days and times will be agreed in advance mutually.

has some experience of supporting young adults with ADHD and Autism would be an advantage.
is a car driver with access to a vehicle is essential
is conscientious, trustworthy and reliable
is chatty, friendly and enthusiastic
is fun and active but can be firm and provide prompts and guidance

This post may require a DBS check (the cost of which will be met by NPTCBC). If this post requires you to work with children then it is compulsory for you to have a DBS check prior to commencement.

If requested by the employer, two satisfactory references must be provided. This post is subject to a trial period of 1 month and a probationary period of up to 6 months.

Wages will be paid on a 4 weekly or monthly basis once a valid National Insurance (NI) number has been provided. You must be eligible to work in the UK and your employer will conduct document checks prior to commencement.

You will receive the appropriate annual leave entitlement as well as all other statutory entitlements, details of which will be set out in your contract of employment. You will also be issued with a Personal Assistants Handbook when your employment commences.

You will be expected to undertake any mandatory training identified as relevant to this post. The cost of mandatory training will be met through the direct payment. Failure to attend mandatory training may result in your employment offer being withdrawn.