Vacancies

DPSS718 - Personal Assistant - 5 hours term time / 8 hours school hols - Neath

I am 7 years old. I am diagnosed with ASD, GGD. I am pre-verbal which can cause me to struggle with communication as I can’t always tell you what I want or how I am feeling. This can often lead to me getting frustrated and having a meltdown. I love the outdoors and like to run around in play parks and soft plays. 

I enjoy Swimming at the LC2 , Dreamz, Willows, Mambos, area 51, Illuminate/sensory rooms, Baglan / Tollgate play park, Gnoll country park and play zone. 

Things that make me laugh and smile

• High fives 
• Fist bumps 
• Being tickled 
• Spinning very fast
• Teddies 
• Fidget toys 

Every Saturday or Sunday 5 hours per week in term time and 8 hours per week non term time. Times can be discussed within interview.

DPSS719 - Personal Assistant - 3 hours per week - Ystalyfera

I am a funny, and energetic  7 year old girl, who enjoys active play and music, I have limited vocabulary but this is developing quickly, I love the outdoors and like to run around in play parks. I love the outdoors and enjoy going for walks. I would like a PA to ensure my mum has a break.

3 hours per week after school on a Tuesday/Wednesday/or Thursday to be discussed at interview

DPSS720 - Personal Assistant - 10 hours per week - Baglan

I am described as easy-going, relaxed, and happy to engage in a range of community activities. I am a 36 year old Male and I live in Baglan. I have a diagnosis of Autistic spectrum disorder and a learning disability, I also have epilepsy. I feel I need positive and upbeat people around me to support me to have a good day and create a balanced sense of well-being which then supports my mental health. I can at times suffer from low mood, which exacerbates behaviours. I also need a PA to support me with structured routines. I enjoy a good laugh and having fun. 

10 HOURS PER WEEK 5 HOURS ON A TUESDAY AND 5 HOURS ON A THURSDAY

DPSS722 - Personal Assistant - 6 hours per week - Pontardawe

I am a lady in my late 30’s living in Pontardawe. I have Down’s Syndrome with a learning disability.  I am very friendly and happy, and I enjoy going out into the community to do activities such as bowling, going to the cinema and having my nails done. I can be shy and quiet to start but I get very fond of people when I get to know them.

I am physically able in many areas but will require support on encouragement to remain on task and complete daily activities. 

I also will require support with household tasks such as completing my washing and preparing a meal.

Sundays only from 11am – 5pm (6 hours)

DPSS561 - Personal Assistant - 8.5 hours - Port Talbot

I am a lady in my 60’s living in the central area of Port Talbot. I am lively and young at heart. I can be quiet when we first met, but I am very chatty when you get to know me. I like to bake cakes, crochet, watch TV and make cards. I have a learning difficulty and a visual impairment. I am looking for a PA to help me with going shopping and help me to batch cook healthy meals at home. The PA will help me to attend my Slimming World group on a Monday evening and health appointments on a Tuesday and to support me with accessing the community.

8.5 hours per week to be used on a Monday and Tuesday and to be flexible on weekends

DPSS584 - Personal Assistant - 7.5 hours per week - Neath

DPSS723 - Personal Assistant - 12 hours per week - Port Talbot

I am a woman in my early 70s living in the Port Talbot area. I have a diagnosis of dementia and, as I no longer have awareness of my surroundings, I need continuous supervision. I enjoy taking my dog for walks, especially along Aberavon beach. Before my health declined, I worked in banks, post offices, and as a tax inspector. I was also very athletic and loved cross-country running.

12 hours per week (2 hours each day, in the early evening). 

DPSS731 - Personal Assistant - 6 hours - Little Warren (Port Talbot)

I am a gentleman in my 60’s living in the Little Warren area of Port Talbot. I enjoy listening to music and once my shed is built, I will be able to make jewellery. I love Indian food and I enjoy going to the man shed. I have joined Mals Marauders and like to go on beach walks with them. I would like to be able to go and watch Swansea City FC and Aberavon RFC matches.  

6 hours per week, to be discussed during interview. 

DPSS730 - Personal Assistant - Sandfields- 4 hours per week (8 hours per week in school holidays)

I am a 9 year old girl living in the Sandfields area of Port Talbot. I am non-verbal and have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. I love Disney films. I do not like crowded places. I have a swift buggy as I am not very steady on my feet, although I can walk small distances. I would like to get out and about in the community and visit places such as Margam Park, The Gnoll Country Park or the beach. I would also like my PA to take me swimming as this is really good for my joints. I like to watch ducks and another animals from a distance. 

4 hours per week term time & 8 hours per week in school holidays.

There is a possibility of 2 sleep ins a month, if my parents require this.