Social Care Personal Assistant (4 hours/week on weekends & 10 hours/week during holidays - Flexible)

Job description

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'm 8 years old, and I have Autism (ASD) and a Learning Disability (LD). I'm also on the pathway for ADHD. I don't use words to talk, but I show you what I need through my actions. I'm strong, busy, full of energy, and I love being outside! I need someone to help me explore the world safely. I don't always understand danger, so I need an adult who can keep me safe when we're out and about.

Male preferred.

Hours of work

4 hours per week on a weekend

10 hours per week during school holidays (Flexible days and times)

Rate of pay

£13.13

EssentialI need you to:

Take me out into the community and help me explore safely

Understand my sensory needs and help me enjoy the things I love

Be patient when I get fixated on something — it's part of how I experience the world

Help me have fun while keeping me safe

DesirableI'd prefer if:

You are physically fit and able to run - I'm fast and love to move

Are vigilant and aware of your surroundings - I need someone who's always looking out for me

You are experienced with children like me - especially those with Autism and Learning Disabilities

You are creative and playful

You are kind and patient - I need someone who understands me, even when I don't use words

I'd like support with:

Going out in the community

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 positionA 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.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Swansea

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English