A LITTLE ABOUT ME
I am a young lady with mild to moderate learning disabilities living in the Erwood area and I am looking to employ one or two Personal Assistants to help me reduce social isolation by pursuing interests and activities in and around my community.
PURPOSE OF JOB
I receive Direct Payments and would like to employ a person to assist with this support. The work would be varied and would consist of supporting me to attend drama club and other organised group activities; swimming; walking and pursuing other interests with friends; voluntary work that would interest both of you. This work would be on a 1-1 basis.
Duties would include: • Keeping me safe • Support me with activities and meeting friends • Support and encourage my independence and preserve my personal sense of well-being • To ensure I am able to fully express my individuality and determine for myself choices around Direct Payments • To assist in the maintenance of independent living and so provide me with a greater range of opportunities to enhance my lifestyle.
HOURS OF WORK
One PA for 6 hours per week and one PA for 6-9 hours per week.
Monday or Tuesday 6 hours with flexibility between the 2 days if possible; Wednesday 6 hours; Thursday 3 hours.
ABOUT THE JOB
Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. I will be your employer. You will be asked to have an enhanced DBS and a trial period will be necessary in the first instance. The wage will be paid monthly on return of an online timesheet provided by Virtual Wallet. A formal Contract of Employment will be provided. References will be required.
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
• Female.• A person being willing and creative to assist in planning and assisting in all types of activities.• A person who is dependable and arrives on time.• A person who respects privacy and confidentiality• A person who is flexible, with a good sense of humour. • A person with a positive commitment to this kind of work.• A person with a friendly, easy-going manner.• Full driving Licence.• Persons who are looking for a long term commitment to remain in this job, to build a good professional relationship with me.