Vacancies

DPSS474 - Personal Assistant - Port Talbot - 21 Hours Per week

I am a teenage girl living in the Cwmavon area of Port Talbot with my family and pets. I have cerebral palsy, autism and learning difficulties which all affect my mobility. I am a wheelchair user and I am non-verbal. I can communicate what I want but you will have to learn how I express myself. I love being outside, Trampolining, swimming, playing on the swings and listening to music. I also like going to theme parks, taking part in gymnastics and dance classes and visiting zoos. When I’m not being a thrill seeker I enjoy watching telly and films. I am outgoing and fun and enjoy the time I spend out with my PA. I’m looking for a PA who is happy to take me out in all weathers to different activities and who is happy to travel a bit further afield during school holidays so we can have a full day out.   

21 hours per week

Hours will mainly be worked evenings and weekends throughout the week. Hours can be flexible and will be agreed with you in advance.

During school holidays hours may change to allow for a full   day of support.

Can be split between 2 PA's with 10.5 each per week.

 

DPSS693 - Personal Assistant - Lower Brynamman

I am a 49 year old man living within the lower Brynamman area of Ammanford. I enjoy watching TV and I am a Liverpool supporter. I would love to visit Liverpool one day to watch a match. I don’t go out within the community at present due to my health needs, I used to be very outgoing however due to my MS which has a significant impact on my day to day life, therefore I have not been as outgoing and able to meet my personal outcomes as independently. I understand support is required due to physical limitations to maintain safety and improve health and wellbeing. My mum is my primary support.

3 hours per week.

Monday 6-7pm 

Wednesday 6-7pm

Friday 6-7pm

 

DPSS612 - Personal Assistant - 5 hours per week - Sandfields

I am an 11 year old boy living in the Sandfields area. I like to hold hands and I am very chatty. I have Autism, a learning disability, challenging behaviour although this is rare and Hypermobility which causes me joint pain. I have Asthma but this is well controlled. I am able to go to the toilet by myself, but the PA will need to be very responsive when I say I need to go, as I may not give much warning.

I am very energetic and always on the go. I really enjoy photography and I have my own camera. I am very interested in cars, especially Tesla’s and Skoda’s, and I like going round car garages to see the cars. I like technology and gadgets. I am very scared of dogs, and most animals, so the PA will need to be mindful of this when taking me to public places.

I enjoy playing football on a Saturday morning, going swimming, going to play areas and for walks. I enjoy having a chat. I would like to have a go at Forest Activities and doing some woodwork.

5 hours across two days on a Monday evening from 5:30pm – 7:45pm and Saturday morning from 09:00am – 11:00am.

DPSS572 - Personal Assistant - Port Talbot - 8 hours

I am a 16-year-old boy living in Port Talbot. I have a learning disability, Autism, ADHD and dyspraxia but I’m also just a regular kid! I have a happy outlook on life and I am great company. I have a lovely sense of humour and I like to make people laugh. I love talking about things I’m interested in – mainly football, FIFA 23 and Manchester United. I like going to parks and riding in any kind of transport. I like watching YouTube and playing on my PS5 but I need to get out more! I play football for 2 teams. I’m looking for a young at heart and outdoorsy PA, to help me explore new interests and develop some of my independent living skills in the community. The PA might need to support me to attend my football training. I would love it if a PA could have a kick about in the park with me too. Flexible with the hours, which can be during the week after college and on the weekend.

8 hours per week which are flexible and can be during the week after college and on the weekend.

Some flexibility to have the 8 hours on the occasional weekend. 

DPSS679 - Personal Assistant - 4 hours per week - Neath

I am a 25 year old male who lives within the Neath area. I really enjoy my gaming but I also like to get out of the house into the community. I like to play pool, go bowling and I also enjoy the cinema going for a McDonalds and general socialisation within the community

I can be quiet but when you get to know me and my confidence builds, I am very loving and have a wicked sense of humour. When I trust you l then feel l can strive as a person. I will require support to build my confidence and independence within the home and in the community. I would like to have support with cooking, getting in to routines, supporting me to follow a journey, and managing public transport. I will also require support to help me find ways to problem solve .I need to focus on one thing at a time. Although I can be anxious and find it difficult to talk to new people, I will value the support form a Personal Assistant to help me manage this and grow my confidence building skills.

4 hours per week. A Monday or a Tuesday to discuss at interview 12 to 4pm

DPSS287 - Personal Assistant - Baglan - 22 hours per week

I am a 60 year old man living in Baglan with my three large but friendly dogs. I am chatty and friendly with a big personality. I have osteoarthritis in my spine, which can affect my mobility, but regular moving and exercise helps with this. I also have a brain injury due to an accident, which can affect my memory. I am very outdoorsy and enjoy walking my three dogs, gardening and doing DIY around the home. I have my own workshop at home where I do woodturning. I also like going out for coffee and other activities.

I am looking for a PA to support by prompting me on tasks around the home, support me with my gardening, DIY and woodturning. The PA would support me when out walking the dogs. The PA will be required to drive my mobility car so I can access the community and go for coffee. The PA will promote my independence and doing things with me, not for me.

22 hours a week. Days and times to be discussed.

DPSS621 - Personal Assistant - 8 hours per week - Port Talbot

I am a 34 year old lady living in central Port Talbot. I have hearing loss, but I can hear OK when I’m wearing my hearing aids. I am also partially sighted, as I have no peripheral vision, suffer with blind spots and my eyes take a long time to adjust in going between light and dark environments. This can cause me to become anxious in new places. I use a white cane when I’m out, but I can manage in a familiar environment.

I am shy at first but will become chattier when you get to know me.

I am looking for a PA to support me to go shopping, go for a walk and access socialising groups during the week. On the weekend, the PA will support me in taking my young son out to activities and places that he will enjoy.

8 hours a week to be used as:

1 ½ hours on a Monday & on a Thursday from 12:00 onward

5 hours on a Saturday from 10:00 onward.

With a view to be flexible with times however days are as shown above. Discuss at interview.

MUST COMMIT TO A SATURDAY

DPSS704 - Personal Assistant - 13 hours per week - Aberdulais

I am a 19 year old man living within the aberdulais area of Neath. I have learning difficulties and autism. I am non-verbal however I can use basic words to communicate my needs.

No personal care is required, but I may require assistance with my appearance when out within the community. I am a social butterfly and I am very happy go lucky and enjoy lots of laughter. I enjoy going to the beach, bowling, cinema, Margam Park. I love dancing and music. I am currently still in school, preferably after school outings and some weekends to support me to socialise within the community and keep me safe at all times due to myself having no sense of danger.

13 hours per week (Flexible) days to be discussed at Interview

DPSS678 - Personal Assistant - 3 hours per week - Sandfields

I am an elderly lady who lives within the Sandfields are of Port Talbot. I used to be very active and I enjoyed going to the gym and spending time with friends. I also used to be very independent. I have a good sense of humour and enjoy a good laugh. I love a chat. Unfortunately my mobility has slowed down and I would like a Personal assistant to help support me to access the community for three hours per week. I enjoy going for food, walks along the beach and have Ice cream and go for coffee. I would like to attend afternoon service within my church once a month or attend a church lunch. I enjoy shopping especially having a look in Marks and Spencer clothes shop.

I will require someone who has patience as my mobility is slower and I use a wheelchair when accessing community.

3 hours per week

DPSS707 - Personal Assistant - 3 hours - Ystalyfera

I am an 11 year old boy living in Ystalyfera. I have a learning disability and High Functioning Autism. I experience challenging behaviour which can include screaming, hitting, shouting, and using inappropriate language. I can become frustrated and will struggle to regulate my emotions. I am looking for a PA to take me out to the places I enjoy, so my Mum can have a break. I enjoy going to trampoline parks, soft play and kicking a football about in the park. I have no safety awareness and the PA will need to keep eyes on me at all times.

3 hours per week, to be worked as one block after 3:30pm. Days are flexible.