A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF I am a 17 year old boy living in the Ferndale area with my mother. I have a big interest in gaming and especially enjoy Pokémon and Minecraft. I also enjoy other activities such as darts, playing pool and bowling and am looking to do more of these activities away from my family. I have a diagnosis of Autism and other learning difficulties and can struggle to communicate especially with people a similar age to me. I can also be inappropriate at times and can seem intimidating. I do not like being in crowded places and enjoy a routine so find it hard when plans change last minute. PURPOSE OF THE JOB I am looking for a Male PA to take me out into the community and to take part in social activities away from my family which will help me build more relationships. This position is advertised as 'Male only' as an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. RATE(S) OF PAY £14.50 per hour plus 40p per mile where applicable HOURS OF WORK 6 hours per week to be used flexibly on evenings or weekends. TASKS CAN INCLUDE Taking me to local fields when the weather is nice to play some smaller activities and summer games which I have at the house. Going swimming at local pools. Going to local parks with me to play football, basketball or any other outdoor activity. Playing darts, pool or bowling with me. When playing darts someone who can help teach me maths would be a bonus. Ensuring my safety when out in the community. TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED A person who can use their own initiative and think of new things to do when we go out. Someone who can keep me occupied when out. This might involve changing game often or trying new things. Someone who will not take offence when I am inappropriate. A car driver is preferably. A reliable and punctual person. Advertising for Male only PA in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 ABOUT THE JOB This position is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (Police Check), which must be completed prior to the commencement of employment. The cost of this check will be covered by the Local Authority. All necessary checks will be conducted to verify that any candidate has the legal right to work in the UK before employment begins. Although this is a part-time role, it is a legitimate position requiring the submission of a National Insurance number. Employment will commence under an initial trial period. Wages will be paid on a monthly basis and appropriate holiday pay will be provided. Please note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not serve as your employer or be liable for any issues arising from your employment should you be offered the position.