Personal Assistant - Maternity Cover (PER56774/MCG)

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Milford Haven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care service in Pembrokeshire is seeking a Personal Assistant for maternity cover. The role involves supporting a young individual with Autism in his daily activities. Candidates must have a driving licence, be good communicators, and possess a proactive attitude. The position offers 6 hours per week during term time and 5 during holidays, with an hourly rate of £12.60. Training may be provided if necessary.

Benefits

5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro rata)

Sick pay at SSP rate

Training provided, if required

Qualifications

• Responsible and honest.
• Able to develop a supportive and consistent relationship.
• A full, clean driving licence and vehicle insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a reliable and trusting relationship with the person.
• Ensure a structured set of activities are maintained.
• Support the person to access activities of importance.

Skills

Good communicator

Proactive and self-motivated

Time management

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Personal Assistant – Maternity Cover

Location: Milford Haven

Job Reference: PER56774/MCG

Hourly Rate: £12.60 per hour

Hours Offered: 6 hours a week Term Time and 5 hours a week School Holidays

Work Pattern: To be agreed at interview

Reporting to: The Direct Payments Recipient (The Direct Payments Recipient is the employer and they hold all the employer’s responsibilities associated with this role. Pembrokeshire County Council supports them to fulfil their employer obligations).

Introduction

A young person in Pembrokeshire is looking to employ a personal assistant to support them with their care needs. This young man enjoys activities outdoors, including the park, trips to the beach, walks in the woods, swimming and day trips to Folly Farm. He has no awareness of danger, so the person undertaking the role would need to be alert at all times. As he is non-verbal, an understanding of Autism/Learning Disability would be a requirement.

Main duties

• Develop a reliable and trusting relationship with the person.
• Ensure a structured set of activities are maintained.
• Support the person to access activities of importance.
• Access suitable community groups.
• Develop one on one interactions with the person whilst undertaking outings outdoors and activities, which may include physical activities.
• Communicate with the person’s family and wider support network.
• Support the employer to develop independent living skills.
• Provide companionship in the employer’s home, including engaging in conversation and providing social interaction.
• Ensure the employer’s safety at all times during working hours.
• Carry out any other reasonable tasks requested by the employer during working hours.
• Be mindful of safeguarding issues, and feedback any concerns to the relevant authority.
• Be responsible for contacting the GP, Social Worker or Local Authority should medical assistance be needed.

Person specification

• Responsible and honest
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Good time-keeping and flexibility around working patterns and duties
• Good communicator
• Able to develop a supportive and consistent relationship

Other Requirements

• A full, clean driving licence and use of a car is required.
• You must have business use on your vehicle insurance to be able to use the vehicle within work hours.

Benefits

• 5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro rata)
• Sick pay at SSP rate
• Training provided, if required.

Disclaimer

Please note that this vacancy is not for employment with Pembrokeshire County Council. Pembrokeshire County Council has posted this advert on behalf of a Direct Payments client. The client will be the employer and holds all the employer’s responsibilities associated with this role. Pembrokeshire County Council cannot be held responsible for any actions arising out of the job role being advertised.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is of high importance, and is everybody’s business. If you have any concerns around safeguarding, contact the Local Authority as soon as possible.

DBS and Application

This appointment is subject to a DBS disclosure check, at no cost to the applicant. We recommend registering with the DBS update service to speed future job applications. Note: there is a charge of £16.00 per year for this service, which may be refunded.

How to apply

We request that all applicants submit online applications. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the Direct Payments Team as early as possible on 01437 775655. For additional support in the recruitment process, contact the Direct Payments team on 01437 775655 or via email at [e-mail].