JOB DESCRIPTION
Personal Assistant
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am a mature lady living in the Rumney area of Cardiff. I am diagnosed with schizophrenia and I have some mobility issues and at times use a walking frame as I am no longer able to walk long distances. I enjoy reading, watching TV and doing puzzles. I enjoy attending groups in the community to help me with social interaction and to stop me from becoming isolated.
PURPOSE OF JOB
To support me when accessing activity groups in the community and to assist with shopping tasks.
PLACE OF WORK
In my home and out in the community.
HOURS OF WORK
11 hours available each week.
Monday 2 Hours
Shopping call on a Wednesday 5 hours.
Thursday 2 Hours
Friday 2 Hours
RATE OF PAY
£14.15 per hour.
TASKS INVOLVED
Pick me up and take me to an activity in the community of my choice.
Attend the shops and assist with shopping tasks.
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Someone who is friendly and patient and doesn’t mind smoking as I am a smoker.
ABOUT THE JOB
Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A probation period will be necessary in the first instance. Wages will be paid 4 weekly. You will receive 5.6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata). You will be required to apply for a DBS check at no expense to you.
Please Note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer or be liable for any issues arising out of your employment should you be offered employment.
Thank you.