I am an older lady living in Loughor. I have been diagnosed with Vascular Dementia. I previously ran my own business, but this has sadly now ended. I used to have a good social calendar and would like to be able to still pursue this. My illness does mean that I can sometimes appear quite confused, and my train of thought or sentences may not always be clear and understood. I am seeking a PA who is reliable and kind whom I am able to trust to support and motivate me and to help me live my life as fully as possible. A good sense of humour would be desirable as I love a good joke and banter.
Must have training or experience working with Dementia.
Female preferred.
Car driver
Hours of work
Thurs am (3 hours) 9am start
Sun am (3 hours) 9am start
Sun pm (2 hours) 4 or 5pm start
Rate of pay: £11.50 per hour
Tasks involved.
• Administer Thyroid medication.
• food prep and/ or go out for a meal.
• some grocery shopping if required.
• encouragement to wash, possibly wash hair.
• encouragement to change clothes,
• check temperature of house and assist with TV before leaving.
Type of person required.
• A person who respects and understands the importance of privacy and confidentiality when working in someone else’s home
• Someone who is confident, mature and has patience
• A person who is dependable and arrives on time.
• A person with a friendly, easy-going manner
• Someone who is adaptable and flexible is essential
• Someone who could provide extra hours on occasions
• Someone who will be able to support me but not take over
• Able to work Independently and on their own initiative to previously agreed criteria
• Someone who is able to work to instruction
• Someone trustworthy, reliable and punctual
• Someone with a caring and responsible attitude
• Be willing to undertake any training identified as relating to the post e.g. Manual Handling Course, Basic First Aid
Concerning the position
You will be formally employed by the Direct Payment Client which requires a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period will be necessary in the first instance in the form of a six-month probationary period. Salary will be paid monthly with appropriate holiday pay calculated. A DBS will need to be processed prior to any commencement of employment. Costs are met by Swansea council.