Vacancy Details

I am a young lady who has autism, I can communicate using a combination of BSL and speaking. I am looking for a Personal Assistant who can support in promotion of my independent skills and socialisation. I like a variety of activities such as going to the beach, I enjoy shopping listening to music and has an interest in radio stations, arts and crafts and baking. I also enjoy walks around the Gnoll Park. I would like to be picked up from my local college within Neath at 14:50 or from my home within Neath at 4pm. I am looking for A Personal Assistant who will provide reassurance and support for me whilst I am in the community. I am looking for Personal Assistant to support me as follows; Term time Wednesday - 4-7pm (3 hours) Non term time (This can be more flexible & split if needed) Wednesday - 10-3pm (6 hours)

A Personal Assistant who will provide reassurance and support for me whilst I am in the community and support with developing new relationships, and increasing my independence and helping me achieve and learn new skills.

A person who:

• Has dignity and respect, and patience within my care requirements.
• Trustworthy.
• Confidential.
• Reliable.
• Enjoys a chat and similar interests.
• Car driver essential.

3 hours per week term time , 6 hours per week non term time.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer. You will be employed by that individual and not Neath Port Talbot Council. To apply for this job please click the “Apply Online” link and complete the registration/application form. You will only need to complete this form once. If you wish to be considered for more than one vacancy or have any difficulties please contact us on 01639 686140 or email pa-registration@npt.gov.uk quoting the reference numbers of the jobs you are interested in.

This post may require a DBS check (the cost of which will be met by NPTCBC). If this post requires you to work with children then it is compulsory for you to have a DBS check prior to commencement.

If requested by the employer, two satisfactory references must be provided. This post is subject to a trial period of 1 month and a probationary period of up to 6 months.

Wages will be paid on a 4 weekly or monthly basis once a valid National Insurance (NI) number has been provided. You must be eligible to work in the UK and your employer will conduct document checks prior to commencement.

You will receive the appropriate annual leave entitlement as well as all other statutory entitlements, details of which will be set out in your contract of employment. You will also be issued with a Personal Assistants Handbook when your employment commences.

You will be expected to undertake any mandatory training identified as relevant to this post. The cost of mandatory training will be met through the direct payment. Failure to attend mandatory training may result in your employment offer being withdrawn.