**Personal Assistant £14 ph**
**About Myself **
I am a 12-year-old young boy who has a diagnosis of ASD and epilepsy, I reside in the Merthyr area with my mother. I am non-verbal, and able to use singular words to express my wants and needs and within school I can use PECs however can become frustrated when adults are unable to understand what I am trying to communicate. I respond well to routine and structure and visual symbols can help me to understand what is happening next. Sometimes I can display challenging behaviours and using minimal words and allowing me to have some space helps in these situations. Providing a countdown when an activity is coming to an end can also help.
I am unable to use the toilet independently therefore will need support with my personal care needs and wears pads.
I can get easily distracted and have no road safety awareness/ or any sense of danger, so ensuring my safety when out in the community is very important to remember, as I might try and run away.
I have a lovely smile and am enjoying developing interactions with adults in my class.
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**Likes:**
* Being outdoors and going to the park.
* Open spaces so I can run around
* Swimming
* Spinning around
* Going in the car
* Having a takeaway
* Routine and structure
**Dislikes**
* When activities I like come to an end
* Loud noises particularly young babies and recently dogs
* Busy places
**Tasks and Duties**
* To access the local community and surrounding areas.
* Always ensure my safety.
* Promote my independence.
* Encourage a happy and positive atmosphere when out in the community.
* Provide reassurance when I have become unsettled
**Working Hours/Rate of pay**
£14 PER HOUR plus mileage to be claimed at £0.40 ppm
6 hours per week non-term time
10 hours per week school holidays
Can be worked flexible
Type of person required
* Someone who is kind and patient and will respect my needs
* Someone who has previous experience of working with children with additional needs and behavioural challenges.
* Full UK Driving licence Desirable
* Reliability is essential
* Someone who is understanding and trustworthy
* Good clear communication skills
* Someone who will encourage independence
* Desirable if they have epilepsy training.
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**Training **
Training is accessible if required for the job role
**Additional Information**
Successful applicants will be subject to a three month trial period
A DBS check will be required, this will be at no cost to yourself
**To apply:** y
Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of Service Users. Should your application be successful, you will be directly employed by the customer and **not ** Peoples Plus
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