Please note this is not a Swansea city council job. You will be working with a private client who received direct payments. A little about myself: I am a young boy living in Swansea. I have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down Syndrome, and Learning Difficulties (LD). I am a happy-go-lucky boy. I am very friendly and no trouble, but I do get frustrated sometimes as I struggle to communicate. I enjoy playing with my tablet and watching YouTube videos. I also enjoy playing with my toys. Once I have had enough, I will stop. I can get frustrated and throw my toys about, but this will mean that I need personal care. I do not like dogs as they can trigger me. I will need to avoid noisy places. Some things will depend on my mood. I am looking for a PA to get to know me and help me have some fun. Driver required to take me out. Male / female preferred. Hours of work Sundays: • 10 hours per week during school term (15 miles); • 15 hours per week during school holidays (20 miles). Rate of pay £12.75 Essential I need you to: • Be able to carry out personal care for me; • Ensure I am safe, as I do not understand danger; • Have previous experience. Desirable I’d prefer if: • You are patient; • You can give me time to get to know you. I’d like support with: • Personal care; • Making sure I am safe; • Making sure I use my car-seat, and am safe in the car; • Taking me out to soft play or the beach. I will need my PA to: Respect and understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality; Be confident, mature and have patience; Be dependable and arrive on time; Be friendly with an easy-going manner; Be adaptable and flexible; Be supportive but not take over; Have business insurance on your car to take clients out. Concerning the position A trial period will be necessary in the first instance in the form of a six-month probationary period. Salary will be paid monthly (Annual leave is calculated on a pro rata basis). A DBS MUST be processed prior to any commencement of employment. Costs of DBS will be met by Swansea council where applicant is eligible.