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Personal Assistant

DEWIS CENTRE FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING
13.3 - 13.6 per hour
Barry
Part-time
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VOG061 Personal Assistant

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JOB DESCRIPTION 

Personal Assistant

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am a man living at home in Barry Island. I have multiple sclerosis and use a wheelchair. I am also partially sighted. I am looking to employ a PA to enable me to continue to live independently. I have many hobbies and interests and like to keep my brain active! I really enjoy general knowledge quizzes and have an interest in history. I like good conversations, listening to the radio, books, films and animals. I enjoy board games & card games, and I do sometimes use a computer.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

 

The purpose of the job is to provide me with daily support to help me maintain my independence.

 

 

HOURS OF WORK

6 hours,

Split between 3 hours Saturday and 3 hours Sunday morning

preferred start time of 8am

RATES OF PAY

£13.30 per hour on weekdays

£13.60 per hour on weekends

 

TASKS CAN INCLUDE

 

  • Assistance around the house with some light domestic tasks.
  • Potentially preparing some food for me.
  • Assistance with some personal care.
  • Getting me up for the day

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

  • A person who respects and understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality of working in someone's home
  • A person with a friendly and easy-going manner
  • Someone who is adaptable and flexible would be an advantage
  • Someone who would support me but not take over
  • Able to work independently and on their own initiative
  • Someone with a good hygiene awareness
  • Trustworthy, reliable and punctual
  • Someone with a caring and responsible attitude

ABOUT THE JOB

Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period will be necessary in the first instance. The wage will be paid four weekly and appropriate holiday pay given.

The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check - which will need to be carried out before employment can commence. The cost of this will be met by the employer (Local Authority).

The relevant checks will be carried out to ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK

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