Please note this is not a Swansea city council job. You will be working with a private client who received direct payments.
I am a middle-aged man who lives with my cat and dog. I have a variety of hobbies such as singing, video games, reading, puzzles, music and walking. I am diagnosed with an acute mental health condition. I am looking for a PA who likes pets, has good communication and organisation skills. A good listener and knowledge in mental health.
Care Driver essential.
Hours of work
19.5 hours per week to include weekdays and weekends. Flexible hours
Rate of pay: £12.00
Tasks involved.
• Accompany me to medical appointments
• Assist me to open my mail correspondence / bills.
• Assist me to socialise
• Accompany to take the dog for a walk
• Accompany me grocery shopping
• Assist me with general domestic chores
Type of person required
• A person who respects and understands the importance of privacy and confidentiality.
• 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 (Annual leave is calculated on a pro rata basis). A DBS MUST be processed prior to any commencement of employment. Costs of DBS will be met by Swansea council where applicant is eligible.