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DEWIS CENTRE FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING
13 per hour
Rhondda
Part-time

MPM1654 Personal Assistant

Please quote reference MPM1654 on application, Apply Now 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Casual Personal Assistant

 

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF AND MY SON

I am a lady in my 40s living in the Rhondda. I currently require a weekend PA to provide support and companionship while out in the community and to help me gradually regain my independence while outdoors.

The role will also require the PA to travel outside of the local area to places that are of interest to me that will help with my current studies. I also enjoy shopping trips, going for a coffee, the occasional trip to the cinema and going to classes that will widen my knowledge as I enjoy learning. The support would also require the PA to engage in a graded exposure plan that will enable me to eventually become completely independent outdoors. The plan will require the PA to assist me with using public transportation on times. I would therefore require a PA that will be supportive of me regaining my independence while also being understanding of the fluctuating nature of my condition.

The role will also include providing cover for my other PAs annual leave and sickness which would be on a weekday. There may also be a rare occasion where an overnight or evening would be required however this would only be a handful of times per year.

My son is 10 years old with a diagnosis of ADHD and currently in the process of getting assessed for autism. He is very energetic, likeable and charming boy with a witty sense of humour. Sometimes behaviour is challenging especially when daily routine changes.

He enjoys swimming going to the park, the beach and to play centres. The PA would also have to enjoy being outdoors and also be willing to travel outside of the local area.

 

PLACE OF WORK

Both home and in the community as required.

PURPOSE OF JOB

The role is to provide support to me or my son, depending what is required on the day.

The role will sometimes involve working alongside another PA as 2:1.

 

HOURS OF WORK

 

Casual hours as and when required.

Shifts vary - weekday, weekend, evening

 

RATE OF PAY

 

£13.00 per hour

40p mileage allowance

 

TASKS INVOLVED

 

  • To ensure my safety at all times
  • Be supportive of my condition
  • Have a positive, encouraging and active approach in promoting my independence
  • To actively and consistently engage in a graded exposure programme

For my son:

  • Consistently manage challenging behaviour in children
  • Be able to apply a calm consistent approach in difficult situations
  • Helping my son develop social skills around people and in places outside of the home
  • Supporting me to manage my emotions safely with appropriate behaviour management techniques
  • Planning in advance any trips out so I am prepared
  • Supporting my family for me to attend appointments
  • Providing support at home for my family to have respite

 

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

  • Reliable
  • Mature in life
  • Able to provide some flexibility
  • Someone able to work with either me or my son, depending on requirements
  • Will have own vehicle with business insurance as this will be mandatory for the role
  • Ability to work as part of a wider team of PAs
  • Experience of working with children with Autism and ADHD is highly desirable for this post, however personal experience would be considered dependent upon knowledge.

 

ABOUT THE JOB

This position is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (Police Check), which must be completed prior to the commencement of employment. The cost of this check will be covered by the Local Authority.

All necessary checks will be conducted to verify that any candidate has the legal right to work in the UK before employment begins.

Although this is a part-time role, it is a legitimate position requiring the submission of a National Insurance number. Employment will commence under an initial trial period.

Wages will be paid on a monthly basis and appropriate holiday pay will be provided.

Please note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not serve as your employer or be liable for any issues arising from your employment should you be offered the position.

Thank you.

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