DPPA/CS/156695 - Personal Assistant

Ceredigion County Council; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization in Aberystwyth is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a lady with learning disabilities. The role involves assisting with daily routines, engaging in community activities, and handling paperwork. A valid driver's license and car are essential, with flexibility in working hours. The position includes a one-month trial and probationary period, with statutory entitlements and training provided.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence and access to a car is required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and be aware of privacy.
• Ability to develop and maintain a supportive relationship.

Responsibilities

• Support the client to maintain daily routines at home.
• Encourage and support engagement in activities of interest.
• Help with light household tasks and arrange appointments.

Skills

Active and energetic

Proactive with local knowledge

Good sense of humour

Caring and responsible

Flexible regarding hours of work

Reliable with good timekeeping

Self-motivated

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

A Personal Assistant is required to support a lady with learning disabilities in engaging activities that relieve social isolation, handling routine paperwork, responding to letters, meal planning, budgeting, etc. Support encourages a more active routine, including community trips to interact with friends and family. Car use is essential and working hours are flexible but a routine is important. This post is funded through the Direct Payments scheme to enable the client to manage their support independently.

Main Duties

• Support the client to maintain daily routines at home.
• Encourage and support engagement in activities of interest.
• Assist in accessing community resources and trips.
• Help with light household tasks.
• Arrange and attend appointments on behalf of the client.
• Support the client in remaining independent both at home and in the community.
• Keep accurate timesheets and records of tasks completed.
• Keep the client’s family updated on any issues.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as requested from time to time.

The appointment includes a one‑month trial period and a probationary period of up to six months. Salary will be paid in arrears on a four‑weekly basis, once a valid National Insurance number has been provided. The applicant must be eligible to work in the UK and will undergo document checks before commencement. The role includes statutory entitlements and annual leave as set out in the contract. A Personal Assistants Handbook will be issued on commencement, and mandatory training may be required at the employer’s discretion (cost covered by the direct payment). A successful DBS check is required at no cost to the applicant, and if the applicant has an existing online DBS update the employer may be shortlisted more quickly. Two satisfactory references are required if requested by the employer.

Qualifications

• Active and energetic.
• Proactive with local knowledge.
• Good sense of humour.
• Caring, honest, responsible and patient.
• Flexible regarding hours of work and main duties.
• Reliable with good timekeeping.
• Self‑motivated and able to use own initiative.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and be aware of privacy.
• Ability to develop and maintain a supportive relationship.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Full driving licence; possession of a car is required.
• Business use on insurance to be able to use vehicle within work hours.