Part-Time Personal Assistant for Active Mobility

Dewis Centre for Independent Living; Pontyclun; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Dewis Centre for Independent Living is seeking a part-time care/helper to support an 18-year-old in Llanharan with physical and social needs. The role involves at-home and community-based assistance, including personal care and accompaniment to activities.

The position requires evenings, weekends, and school holidays, with flexible hours totaling about 6.5 hours per week. A driver’s license and a willingness to drive a mobility van are essential. DBS check and right-to-work verifications apply.

Qualifications

• Females preferred due to some personal care
• Outgoing and chatty
• Being able to work as part of a team and communicate effectively
• Patient and understanding of my needs
• Driver essential; confident to drive a mobility van

Responsibilities

• Hoisting/manual handling
• Working alongside a second PA because I need 2:1 support
• Helping me with my physical needs
• Ensuring I am comfortable when using my wheelchair etc
• To support me to do things I enjoy doing
• Take me out to do things I enjoy doing
• Feeding (mickey feed)
• Plan and organise what activities I will be doing each week

Job description

Dewis Centre for Independent Living is seeking a part-time care/helper to support an 18-year-old in Llanharan with physical and social needs. The role involves at-home and community-based assistance, including personal care and accompaniment to activities.

The position requires evenings, weekends, and school holidays, with flexible hours totaling about 6.5 hours per week. A driver’s license and a willingness to drive a mobility van are essential. DBS check and right-to-work verifications apply.