A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am a 27 year old woman living in the Penarth area with my family. I communicate using an AAC device (tablet) but use some words too to help communicate my needs. You will be able to understand me more and more over time. I am sociable, active, happy, independent and strong willed. I love musicals and watching videos on Youtube. I have an eclectic music taste and like anything from the abba to the Prodigy, from classical to pop. I love doing karaoke, even when I don’t know all of the words. I enjoy arts and crafts, cooking and playing musical instruments. I like to be busy and like swimming, going for walks on the beach, having picnics and trips to the theatre.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
I am looking for a Personal Assistant who will support me to maintain my independence. I need someone who will support me in the community, assisting me to access activities and keeping me safe at all times. I also require some minimal supervision when at home if required.
HOURS OF WORK
6 hours on Tuesday, 2 hours on Monday or Wednesday evening and 7 hour house sit Friday, Saturday or weekday if required.
Tuesdays 9:30am – 3:30pm to complete pottery and music during term time.
During holidays this will be spa and swimming, cycling, walking, bowling, two rhythms therapy. Own transport is needed.
Monday / Wednesday evening – spa and swimming for 1 hour. 2 hours total including transport and changing. This is flexible between 5pm and 8pm.
One evening per week Friday, Saturday or weekday evening as required to supervise at home – meal preparation, arts and crafts, board games or movies. This will be a 7 hour sit in total.
Ideally looking for two PAs but option to do both. or one to cover the whole hours
RATES OF PAY
£15.00 per hour
TASKS CAN INCLUDE
Driving me to and supporting me to access different activities which include:
Pottery
Arts and Crafts
Accessible discos
Swimming
Walks
Picnics
Pedal Power
Cinema
Theatre
Day trips
Preparing light meals for me if at home in the evening
Accompanying me to the toilet, although I am able to self-care, I need assistance to ensure I have closed the door.
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Experience of Autism
Common Sense
Car owner/Driver
Proactive
Someone who will support but not take over
Female only due to personal care
Willing to drive outside of local area
ABOUT THE JOB
This will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period of six months will be necessary in the first instance. The wage will be paid four-weekly on return of a payslip provided by the Centre for Independent Living. You will receive appropriate holidays and holiday pay. This post is subject to an enhanced police check (DBS) and training may be required if identified by the employer.
Published: 29th October, 2025
Author: Sebastian Hill
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