MVOG842 Personal Assistant

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

Job summary

A local support organization in Barry is seeking a part-time Personal Assistant to help promote independence and support community engagement for a young man with a learning disability. The role involves approximately 5 hours a week at £15.30 per hour, including tasks such as companionship and participating in enjoyable activities. Reliable drivers with insurance are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and flexible.
• Preferably a car driver with business class insurance and license.
• Must maintain confidentiality when working in the home.

Responsibilities

• Support the client in the community.
• Promote and encourage independence.
• Engage in social and community-based activities.

Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Proactivity

Communication skills

Job description

Part-time Personal Assistant

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am a 25 year old man living in the Barry area. I have a few interests including cars, I love going to car showrooms to look around. I enjoy music and have an eclectic taste in music ranging from Elvis Presley to Eminem. I would like to go into the community and do things i enjoy. I have a learning disability, ADHD and asthma.

PURPOSE OF JOB

I would like a PA to support me in the community, as well as promote and encourage my independence.

HOURS OF WORK

5 hours a week

RATES OF PAY

£15.30 per hour

£0.40 per mile

TASKS INVOLVED

• Social and community based activities
• Companionship
• Keeping me safe
• taking part in things I enjoy

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• Reliable and flexible
• Considerate, friendly and chatty
• Proactive
• Confidentiality/working in the home
• Car driver with business class insurance and licence

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 four weekly 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 Local Authority.

The relevant checks will be carried out to ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK.