VOG639 Personal assistant

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JOB DESCRIPTION

SOMETHING ABOUT ME

I am a young boy living with my grandparents in Barry. I have autism and I am nonverbal. I love going to the park and going for a ride in the car. Other interests include trampolining and soft play. I’m fascinated by aeroplanes and exploring new things. I can Communicate by basic verbal language, I also use PECS.

PLACE OF WORK

At home and I out the local community

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

I’m looking for someone to take me out on the weekends for 3 hours to provide respite for my grandparents.

HOURS OF WORK

3 hours at weekends

RATE OF PAY

£10.00 per hour mileage included

TASKS CAN INCLUDE

Going to the park
Trampolining
Soft play
Taking me out to do activities
Keep me safe at all times

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

Experience of working with children desirable
Someone fit and active
Someone outgoing and positive
Someone calm patient and understanding of my needs
Driver with business class insurance

ABOUT THE JOB

I will be your legal employer so you will need a National Insurance number. Pay will be four weekly and appropriate paid annual leave is given. There will be trial period involved and a police check will be necessary (which I will arrange).

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