Personal Assistant/DCC/PA/164164

Job description

About

We are looking for A Personal Assistant to support our daughter who lives with us and her brother.

Our daughter has a diagnosis of ASD and has a severe learning disability and experiences sensory difficulties. Our daughter’s communication is limited, providing short clear instructions works best for her.

We are looking to employ a reliable Personal Assistant to support her to do the things she enjoys. The successful candidate would ideally, have experience working with Autistic children/youths.

We are looking for trustworthy, kind individual who can support our daughter to visit the Fair, Beach, or Park days out, Picnics if weather permits. She would also enjoy swimming, craft activities, bowling and visiting the shops.

Our daughter would benefit from spending time with people who are energetic, compassionate, and flexible thinkers, as the “visit” plans can change on the day at her request.

Hours and days can be varied and flexible in School Holiday’s and Occasional weekend hours

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience of providing support and care

• Driving licence and ideally a car

Benefits

• 5.6 weeks’ holiday per year

• Sick pay at SSP rate (if applicable)

• Training provided if required

• Flexible working hours and days

• DBS certificate paid for

Hourly Rate

£14.00 per hour

If you are interested in the wonderful opportunity, please contact the Direct Payment Team at Denbighshire County Council

direct.payments@denbighshire.gov.uk

Disclaimer

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer. You will be employed by the individual and not Denbighshire County Council.