A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am a 10 year old boy living in the Rhondda. I currently have a diagnosis of ADHD and Autism. I am very energetic, likeable and charming boy with a witty sense of humour. I can however display challenging behaviours especially around changes to my daily routine. I am very specific on time; you will need to be punctual. It takes me some time to build trust with someone
I don't like many sports however I do like swimming and I am currently having lessons. I also like to go to the park and to play centres. Most of all I like to be outdoors especially on a beach or going for walks as this is where I feel calmest and happiest. My PA would also have to enjoy being outdoors and also be willing to travel outside of the local area.
I do not mind the odd trip to the cinema or bowling if the weather is poor, however they would have to be limited as being indoors for long periods of time can escalate my challenging behaviours.
PURPOSE OF JOB
The role is to work as my PA.
The role will involve working alongside another PA quite often as most of my support is 2:1
Some instances will also involve my mum accompanying us on trips out e.g to appointments.
HOURS OF WORK
The role requires a commitment of 10 hours per week
Shifts as follows –
Mon 5pm – 7pm
Thurs 5pm – 7pm
more hours to be used on a different day this can be flexible
RATE OF PAY
£14.00 per hour and 0.40p a mile.
TASKS INVOLVED
1. Ensuring my safety at all times
2. Providing me with constant supervision while also encouraging my independence
3. Helping me develop my social skills around people and in places outside of the home
4. Supporting me to manage my emotions safely with appropriate behaviour management techniques
5. Planning in advance any trips out so I am prepared
6. Supporting my family for me to attend appointments
7. Providing support at home for my family to have respite
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
8. Experience of working with children with Autism and ADHD is highly desirable for this post, however personal experience would be considered dependent upon knowledge.
9. Mature in life
10. Accepting and understanding of challenging behaviours
11. Able to consistently manage my challenging behaviours
12. Be able to apply a calm consistent approach in difficult situations
13. Be willing to commit to the role long term
14. Must be reliable
15. Flexibility is essential due to school terms
16. Must have a full licence and your own vehicle with business insurance as this will mandatory for the post
17. Ability to work as part of a wider team of PAs