REF: RPW1) Child Therapy Assistant/Female Support Worker - Pontardawe (Exemption is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Pontardawe
Hours per week: 15 hours per week
Working Pattern:
* Term times
* Sessions after school and Saturday morning – to be confirmed with family
* Accompany to expert appointments/therapy appointments
* School holidays - 2 days
Pay per hour:
* £15.50 weekdays
* £16.50 – weekends
Closing date: 30th November 2025 (Please note – we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants)
I am a nearly 12-year-old young lady, looking for someone “preppy” to support me in the next stage of my life's adventures. I describe myself as “cute, preppy, funny and sassy”. My case manager has helped me to prepare this advert using my words to describe myself.
I sustained an injury as a baby and as a result have complex needs, including cognitive and physical, but this does not define me in any way. I am very independent but need the occasional hand to help with personal care when I get stuck. I mainly need my support worker/therapy assistant out of school so that I can enjoy social and leisure activities, engage in therapy/ carry out my exercises. I am not shy to talk to anyone and have strong ideas and opinions. I love horses, swimming and art, and am up for trying new things and having adventures. I have already been on the television when I was part of skiing team that broke a world skiing record.
My new Support Worker/Child Therapy Assistant will need to be energetic, enthusiastic, fun, reliable and flexible, calm, patient and under pressure. This role would be an excellent opportunity for a therapy student or psychology graduate who will enjoy being part of a multidisciplinary team working alongside supporting with the client’s therapy programme. During school holidays your hours are likely to be increased to provide extra support and to accompany me on day trips to places further afield. I may need support for hospital or expert appointments
A full induction and training will be provided. This role is subject to an Enhanced level DBS.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
To join me as a Female Support Worker it is essential you: -
* Have experience of working with children with cerebral palsy.
* Be able to drive, have use of a car and willing to transport the client in your vehicle.
* Be able to drive the clients vehicle.
* Have the ability to work your hours flexibly.
* Be willing to register with Social Care Wales.
* Be able to swim.
Also, Top Reasons to apply: -
* Above the industry average for pay
* Mileage rate - 45p per mile
* Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference)
* Great opportunity for professional development
* Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team
* Bespoke client induction and training
* Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager