Please quote reference PM1449 on application, Apply Now SOMETHING ABOUT ME I am a 13 year old boy living with my mum and sister in Maerdy. I have high functioning Autism. I do not like raised voices and too many people. Everything goes in my mouth. I have some communication problems, but I am starting to learn to put sentences together. I can have tantrums and can bite, scram and scream. When I am like this, a PA needs to remain calm and patient with me. I do not have any sense of danger and can run off. I am not toilet trained as of yet. I am a happy and affectionate young boy who sometimes enjoys hugs. I enjoy my ipad, travelling on buses, walking, the park, bouncy castles and trampolines. PLACE OF WORK & PURPOSE OF THE JOBS At home and out in the community. 2:1 support HOURS OF WORK 3 hours per week, which are flexible to be discussed at interview 2:1 support (1.5hours per PA) RATE OF PAY Meets NLW TASKS CAN INCLUDE Accompanying me when out and about Support me in the community Undertake activities I like doing My safety is priority at all times Encouraging my interaction & independence TYPE OF PERSONS REQUIRED PA(s) who are energetic and are understanding of my needs To be chatty and patient To be calm, but knows intervention strategies PA(s) to have drivers licence, their own vehicle and have with business class insurance Experience of autism and challenging behaviour personal or professional ABOUT THE JOB 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 and appropriate holiday pay given. The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check - which will need to be carried out before employment can commence. The cost of this will be met by the employer (Local Authority). The relevant checks will be carried out to ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK