CDP2638 Personal Assistant to Adult

Dewis Centre for Independent Living; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A personal support organization in Cardiff is looking for a Personal Assistant to provide day-to-day support for an autistic individual. The role includes helping with household tasks, providing transport for essential errands, and encouraging personal growth. Candidates should be good communicators, flexible, and ideally have a car. This part-time position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to make a positive impact.

Benefits

5.6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata)

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• You must have your own car and be able to drive.
• Experience in mental health or autism support is preferred.
• A National Insurance number is required.

Responsibilities

• Help with decluttering and maintaining a tidy home.
• Support with meal planning and food shopping.
• Provide lifts to essential appointments.

Skills

Good communication

Empathy

Flexibility

Basic technology skills

Ability to motivate

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION Personal Assistant About me I’m a 40-year-old autistic person living in the Cathays area of Cardiff.

I experience anxiety and depression, and I’m looking for someone who can support me in day-to-day life with a mix of practical help and social encouragement.

I have a dry, dark sense of humour and can be an acquired taste

• it may take a little time to get to know me (and me know you). My interests include: Arts and crafts Film and TV Lego building Theatre and live performance About you You should be a good communicator who’s proactive, encouraging, and flexible.

You should understand the importance of patience and adaptability, and should be comfortable supporting someone who may need time to build trust.

Ideally you should own your own car and be happy to help with transport to essential things such as shopping and appointments.

Place of work At home and out in the community and taking to events as when needed.

HOURS OF WORK 3 hours per week. £14.65 per hour.

Key responsibilities Help with decluttering, cleaning, and maintaining a tidy home Support with meal planning Provide lifts to the supermarket and assist with food shopping Help arranging and transport to appointments Help accessing social activities and events Help accessing cinema, theatre, galleries, museums, and gigs Essential requirements Push and motivate me to achieve my goals and aspirations Be dynamic and flexible, capable of handling diverse situations Show empathy while maintaining a positive attitude and good sense of humour Provide motivation and be trustworthy Enjoy contributing to my personal growth and development Demonstrate confidence and social skills Possess basic technology skills with laptops and phones Have a car and be able to drive (Essential) Appreciate music (Preferred but not essential). Desirable Interest in arts, crafts, or creative hobbies Experience in mental health or autism support (formal or informal) ABOUT THE JOB Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted.

A trial period will be necessary in the first instance.

The wage will be paid monthly on return of a payslip provided by the Centre for Independent Living.

You will receive
5.6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata). You may 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.

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