DPPA/CLJ/3434842
JOB DESCRIPTION/PERSON SPECIFICATION
Job title: Support Worker / Personal Assistant
Location: Rhydlewis, Llandysul
Hours of work: Up to 10 hours per week to be worked flexibly in line with the needs of the employer.
Rate of pay £13.00.
I am an active young lady seeking the assistance of a support worker to allow me to socialise, enjoy the local community, and engage in hobbies and interests.
I would like my support worker to help me to build confidence in meeting new people and visiting new places. This will help me to engage in new activities and experiences.
I enjoy trips out in the car to interesting places, dog walking and agility. My assistance dog comes everywhere with me, and I would like help to find activities we can do together. I have a keen interest in equestrianism and would like help accessing this activity as well as exploring other opportunities locally.
As my support worker you would also be assisting me to develop my living skills and routines, whilst helping me to maintain my independence. This could include meal planning, shopping for ingredients, help with meal preparation and assistance with some light domestic chores.
I am also keen to familiarise myself with the local area and would like my support worker to help me plan and navigate routes to and from our chosen destinations. It would be beneficial if my support worker has a knowledge of the locality and surrounding areas.
It would also be helpful to me if my support worker is IT literate so they can assist me to engage with online courses including support managing my workload as well as research, assignment planning and the development of problem-solving skills.
This role would suit a likeminded and patient, animal loving person who enjoys days out, physical activities and has a sense of fun and adventure.
The hours are to be worked flexibly as required and agreed in advance. This post is funded through the Direct Payments scheme and is intended to enable the me to manage my support independently. Training can be provided as required and where available. You must have your own transport and a full driving licence as you may be required to transport me to and from venues.
Disclaimer:
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer. You will be employed by that individual and not Ceredigion County Council. To apply for this job please complete the application form.
This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, which will incur no cost to the applicant. If you have an online update DBS you have a great chance of becoming shortlisted for this position as this can help the employer to recruit much quicker, if you wish to update your current DBS please go to
If requested by the employer, two satisfactory references must be provided. This post is subject to a trial period of 1 month and a probationary period of up to 6 months.
Wages will be paid in arrears on a 4 weekly basis once a valid National Insurance (NI) number has been provided. You must be eligible to work in the UK and your employer will conduct document checks prior to commencement.
You will receive the appropriate annual leave entitlement as well as all other statutory entitlements, details of which will be set out in your contract of employment. You will also be issued with a Personal Assistants Handbook when your employment commences.
You will be expected to undertake any mandatory training identified as relevant to this post. The cost of mandatory training will be met through the direct payment. Failure to attend mandatory training may result in your employment offer being withdrawn.
Please note the Direct Payments Support Service, Ceredigion County Council is advertising the following posts on behalf of an individual employer. You will be an employee of the Direct Payment Recipient and not of Ceredigion County Council.