Job Ref: 769 - Social Care...

adult social care; Swansea; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Adult Social Care Swansea is seeking a part-time personal assistant to support a private client with daily life tasks and community activities. You will assist with mobility, shopping, and outings, including accompanying to appointments and ensuring safety.

The role requires a DBS check prior to starting, with a six-month probation and monthly pay. A car with business insurance to transport the client is necessary; you should be patient, reliable and respectful of privacy.

Qualifications

• Like animals as I have a small dog and a cat.
• Be able to lift my lightweight wheelchair.
• Have a car big enough for my small lightweight wheelchair.
• Be able to push me when I am out.
• A DBS must be processed prior to commencement of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living and going out into the community.
• Provide companionship and support as needed.
• Ensure privacy and confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Animal lover

Mobility assistance

Reliable & punctual

Flexible & adaptable

Job description

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 middle-aged lady living in Swansea. I have a small dog and a cat. I have various health conditions. I am looking for a PA to help me with my everyday life and go out in the community. I use a manual wheelchair when I go out. I would like to go shopping and mumbles for a walk. I would also like to take my dog out with me.

Driver required to take me out.

Hours of work

3 hours per week to be discussed.

Rate of pay.

£13.50

Essential:

I need you to:

• Like animals as I have a small dog and a cat.
• Be able to lift my lightweight wheelchair
• Have a car big enough for my small lightweight wheelchair
• Be able to push me when I am out.

Desirable

I’d prefer if:

• You are friendly

I’d like support with:

• Going out in the community

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.