Please note this is not a Swansea city council job. You will be working with a private client who received direct payments.
A little about myself:
I am a lady in my 40’s living in Gorseinon. My main disability is my sight, registered with blind with no vision. I also suffer with anxiety, depression and chronic fatigue. I require support to help attend church on a Sunday, admin, shopping, and attending appointments. Routine and structure are important to me as I thrive to lead a fulling life. I am looking for a person in a companion type role, which can get involved in my daily family life.
Driver required to take me out MUST be willing to take a dog in their vehicle.
Female preferred.
Hours of work
7 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday with some flexibility.)
8 Hours on a Sunday
Hours can be shared with two PAs if required.
Rate of pay.
£12.75
Essential:
I need you to:
• Like dogs as I have a guide dog
Desirable
I’d prefer if:
• You were female.
• You have previous experience.
I’d like support with:
• Companionship type duties
• Assisting with life admin duties
• Social activities with my children
• Light domestic duties around the home
• Require support to help attend church on a Sunday
I will need my PA to:
Respect and understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality.
Be confident, mature and have patience.
Be dependable and arrive on time.
Be friendly with an easy-going manner.
Be adaptable and flexible.
Be supportive but not take over.
Have business insurance on your car to take clients out.
Concerning the position
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.