PM1025 Female Personal Assistant

The purpose of the job is to provide support for me at home when I get in from school and during school holidays whilst my parents are working., Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period will be necessary in the first instance. The wage will be paid monthly on return of an on-line payslip provided by the Centre for Independent Living. You will receive appropriate holidays and holiday pay.

The post is subject to a satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check. The cost of this will be met by the employer.

Someone patient and understanding
Someone proactive who will use their own initiative to find new things for me to do
Someone who will be committed to the job and who takes a genuine interest in me
Someone reliable and punctual
Someone flexible who will be able to cover holidays and sickness
Someone with experience of working with children with additional needs
Someone who has had manual handling experience- although training will be provided if needed
Someone who has had epilepsy training- although training will be provided if needed

I am a 14-year-old girl who lives in Llantwit Fadre with my parents and older sister. I have Rett Syndrome which is a regressive condition that affects development of the brain. I am non-verbal, non-mobile and require hoisting into/out of my wheelchair. I require assistance with all activities.

I have a number of health needs which include epilepsy which is well controlled, and I have a gastrostomy for fluids and medication as I find it difficult drinking from a beaker but I eat a soft diet orally if given plenty of time.

I am easy going, laid back, happy and giggly but my mum says I can also be quite cheeky too. Even though I can not vocalise my needs I can let people know what I want by facial expressions, and once you get to know me then you will understand what I want and how I show this.

I love being sung to, being read stories, sensory toys and being outside in the garden. I like crafts and painting and really enjoy getting messy. I do tend to eat things that I shouldn't, so whoever is watching me needs to be aware of this. I like going to the cinema, out for walks in my wheelchair and swimming. I am quite adventurous and enjoy accessible activities like seated surfing and seated skiing

Like any other 14-year-old I like to watch TV and play games on my iPad with support.

2 days- 3-6.30pm term time

1-2 days (hours negotiable) during school holidays

Hours and days are flexible and there would also be extra hours available during the school holidays

RATE OF PAY

£13.25 per hour plus expenses paid for activities undertaken