JOB DESCRIPTION
WEEKEND MALE Personal Assistant
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am a cheeky and funny 18 year old male living in the Penarth area with my family. I am an outgoing and friendly person. I am very empathetic towards people and like to understand others’ feelings. I attend school full time and I really enjoy school and I am doing very well.
I would like a PA to join in with my hobbies which could be watching a film in the cinema or sometimes even just staying at home and playing video games with me. I have an ongoing foot injury that I am receiving treatment for and the possibility of surgery as I am relearning how to walk again.
I have a diagnosis of Rasmussen Syndrome, a very rare condition that involves long-term worsening inflammation of one half of my brain, Hemianopia; a loss of one half of my visual field and a left sided weakness. I can be unsteady on my feet so I use a crutch and for long walks have a wheelchair. I do also have seizures which only until recently have reappeared.
PURPOSE OF JOB
To support me in the community and help towards my independence.
PLACE OF WORK
In the local area of Penarth
HOURS OF WORK
4 hours on a weekend.
RATE OF PAY
£14.80 per hour
£0.40 per mile
TASKS INVOLVED
Potential support with dressing and undressing if going swimming
Social outings
Community activities
Providing me with companionship
Playing video games
Any other reasonable task
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Male due to potential personal care
Young outlook on life
Friendly and chatty
Confident and proactive
Respect for confidentiality and working in the home
Car driver with business class insurance
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 4 weekly 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