Job Vacancy Job reference HS-RW-CCC1 Closing date: 20th October Job Title: Children's support worker/Personal Assistant Hours per week: We are recruiting for 2 personal assistants for 4 hours each, to work together on a Saturday afternoon, around 1-5pm. Some flexibility may be required with the hours on occasion, this would be mutually agreed in advance. Location: Old Colwyn, Conwy Rate of pay: £14.70 per hour About me: I am recruiting 2 children's support workers to work hand in hand for my 11 year old son. The role is to enable my son to access structured activities that promote his development and independence. The activity will be different each week, he enjoys to visit trampoline parks, go for walks at the RSPB nature reserve, go to the park and the Sea Zoo. A driving license and access to a car is essential. Task and duties, to include any or all the following: To work hand in hand with another support worker with my son, and take him out to an activity of his choice each week such as for a walk, the park, trampoline parks. To encourage him to stay out, to support his independence away from his family. To ensure one support worker stays with him at all times, give the child your full attention to observe him and to keep him safe. To occasionally support with personal care with his nappy or taking him to the toilet. To be aware of his food allergies, training can be provided if necessary, but awareness and knowledge of these is beneficial. There is the potential for more hours to be available in school holidays in the future. Any other duties not mentioned but that fall within the scope of this role should be discussed and then mutually agreed. Undertake any further training, as mutually agreed. What you can expect from me: A safe, friendly, and welcoming workplace where you will be valued. Flexibility with working hours Supervision and support. Access to training and learning opportunities. 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata) Competitive rates of pay Knowing that you make a difference to my quality of life. The kind of person I am looking for is someone who: Has knowledge about food allergies or is willing to learn. Has good communication skills. Has a full clean driving license and access to a car, with business insurance. Will promote and support confidence and independence. Has a person-centered approach and a genuine interest in supporting people to achieve their goals. Can follow instructions and will establish a professional standard of care, to be always maintained. Is trustworthy, kind, punctual and reliable. Is patient, friendly and supportive with good listening skills and an ability to provide non-judgmental emotional support. Maintains confidentiality and respects the privacy of the family, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role. Can work flexibly, adapting to the variable requirements of this role as required. The role is dependent upon a DBS and 2 references. We are not able to offer sponsorship so proof of Right to Work in the UK is essential. Please be aware that this role is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer and you will not be employed by The Rowan Organisation, nor will we be held responsible for any situation arising from your employment. The Rowan Organisation is a registered charity which supports people who employ their own staff through Direct Payments.