MVOG949 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 looking for a compassionate Personal Assistant to help a woman manage personal budgeting, offer emotional support, and access the community. This part-time role involves assisting with appointments and engaging in activities like walks and drives. Flexibility in scheduling and a kind demeanor are essential. Pay is £15.25 per hour with 40p mileage. The position will require satisfactory references and a DBS check.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Experience assisting individuals with anxiety and depression is a plus.
• Ability to provide emotional support as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support in community access and activities.
• Assist with personal budgeting and finances.
• Accompany to appointments and outings.

Skills

Compassionate and understanding

Patience

Good time keeping

Encouragement to engage

Non-judgmental

Good sense of humour

Compassionate listening

Job description

Personal Assistant

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I’m a 42 year old woman living in Barry with my partner. I experience anxiety and depression and sometimes experience social stressors. I love listening to all kinds of music and watching soaps on the TV, I also like watching documentaries too. I like going to bingo when I can. I am an easy going person who like to have a laugh. I like going for walks for example around the Knapp and going for a quiet coffee.

PURPOSE OF JOB

I would like to employ a personal assistant who can support me and encourage me to access the community and help me manage certain aspects of personal budgeting and offer me emotional support when I am feeling low. I would also like someone to assist me with going to appointments.

HOURS OF WORK

6 hours per week, weekdays only, 2 x 3 hour shifts. Flexibility is essential should these days need to change.

RATES OF PAY

£15.25 per hour. 40p mileage when you use your car.

TASKS WILL INCLUDE

• Help to increase engagement in meaningful activity, particularly active pursuits
• Going out for walks in the local community
• Assistance to further develop confidence and abilities to access the community independently
• Help to further develop management of personal finances – including budgeting
• Help to further develop coping strategies
• Using your car to take us to activities further afield
• Going for a nice drive, followed by a coffee

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• Someone who is compassionate and understanding
• Someone who is patient
• A good time keeper
• Able to keep in touch and check in with me
• Someone with a good sense of humour
• Someone who can encourage me to engage in activities of my choice
• A non‑judgemental person with professional boundaries – essential
• A compassionate listener who is able to instil boundaries

ABOUT THE JOB

This position is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (Police Check), which must be completed prior to the commencement of employment. The cost of this check will be covered by the Local Authority.

All necessary checks will be conducted to verify that any candidate has the legal right to work in the UK before employment begins.

Although this is a part‑time role, it is a legitimate position requiring the submission of a National Insurance number. Employment will commence under an initial trial period.

Wages will be paid on a four‑weekly basis and appropriate holiday pay will be provided.

Please note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not serve as your employer or be liable for any issues arising from your employment should you be offered the position.