MPM2036 Personal Assistant

Dewis Centre for Independent Living; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Dewis Centre for Independent Living in Pontypridd is seeking a personal assistant to support a 25-year-old lady with ADHD, autism and chronic pain. The role involves attending appointments, shopping outings, and handling general admin tasks. You will help manage paperwork, make phone calls, and encourage daily independence.

DBS checks and NI number submission are required, with monthly pay and holiday pay. The post is part-time, with 8 hours per week in the afternoons, at £15.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Male or female; reliable and punctual.
• Friendly, chatty and caring demeanor.
• Confident, proactive and willing to plan time with the client.

Responsibilities

• Assist to attend appointments.
• Accompany me when shopping and with general tasks.
• Support with administration tasks and paperwork.
• Make calls on my behalf when required.
• Promote independence and help maintain the home.

Skills

Reliable/Punctual

Friendly/Chatty

Confident/Proactive

Planning/time management

Job description

Personal assistant required to support a 25 year old lady living in the Pontypridd area. The purpose of the job is to support her to attend appointments and accompany her when shopping and general administration tasks. She has diagnoses of ADHD and Autism, as well as Chronic Pain Syndrome. 8 Hours per week to be worked in the afternoons throughout the week £15.50 per hour.

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELFI am a 25 year old lady living in the Pontypridd area. I enjoy getting out and about, especially going for a drive to the beach and stopping for a coffee along the way. I also enjoy playing board games and regularly attend a games night, which is something I look forward to.I am a quiet and shy person when meeting new people, but once I get to know someone, I become much more relaxed and comfortable. I would like support from a friendly, patient, and understanding Personal Assistant who can help me enjoy my interests and build my confidence while getting out in the community.I have diagnoses of ADHD and Autism, as well as Chronic Pain Syndrome caused by Fibromyalgia. These conditions can significantly impact my daily life. Due to pain, fatigue, sensory difficulties, and challenges with concentration and organisation, there are times when I am unable to leave the house.

PURPOSE OF JOB

• To assist me to attend appointments and accompany me when shopping
• To support me with general administration tasks, including making telephone calls on my behalf when required and helping me manage paperwork and correspondence.
• To encourage and motivate me to complete household tasks, promoting my independence and helping me maintain my home environment.
• To support me to access activities within the local community
• To provide flexible support that enables me to maintain my wellbeing, independence and engagement in everyday activities.

HOURS OF WORK 8 Hours per week to be worked in the afternoons throughout the week.

RATES OF PAY £15.50 per hour

TASKS INVOLVED

• Prompting me to achieve my daily tasks.
• Keeping me motivated to keep my home safe and tidy

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• Male/Female.
• Reliable/Punctual
• Considerate/Caring/Trustworthy/honest
• Friendly/Chatty
• Confident/Proactive/willing to plan our time spent together

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 and appropriate holiday pay given. The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check - which will need to be carried out before employment can commence. The cost of this will be met by the employer (Local Authority). The relevant checks will be carried out to ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK