JOB DESCRIPTION
FEMALE Personal Assistant
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am a 41 year old female living at home with my parents and my brother in Pontypridd. I have fragile X syndrome which is a chromosome disorder that causes a range of developmental problems including learning disabilities and cognitive impairment. I have epilepsy which is well controlled, I have not had a seizure for over ten years now. I have Tourette’s syndrome and sometimes I can swear a lot. My parents describe me as a bubbly character and have a good sense of humour. I really enjoy watching Friends, The Chase, going out in the car going out for a burger, going for a stroll around park. I love swimming. I am pretty easy going but sometimes I can be a bit nervous of dogs that are off the lead and that might run towards me. I love listening to any music but in particular I love 70s music.
PURPOSE OF JOB
To provide social support to me out in the community and at day centre
PLACE OF WORK
Around the local area of Pontypridd
HOURS OF WORK
25-30 hours available per week, I need to be at day centre for 9:30 and back home by 14:30
RATE OF PAY
£13.60 per hour with paid mileage where applicable
TASKS INVOLVED
Going out for food
Keeping me company
Ensuring my safety
Prompting for toilet
Going swimming
Going for an ice cream and watching the view
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Patient
Understanding
Not get upset easily
Someone who is a car driver and has access to a vehicle
Someone who is patient
Someone who respect the privacy and confidentiality of working in someone else’s home
A person with a positive commitment to this kind of work
Someone who will gently encourage me to remain independent.
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.