Personal Assistant/TN/PER1901

Direct Payment Employer; Wales; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Direct Payment Employer is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a gentleman in Kidwelly with daily routines and community access. The role involves flexible hours, including 56 overnight respite hours per year plus 448 wraparound hours, with care provided in the PA’s home as needed.

The ideal candidate will be patient, compassionate, and able to work with someone who has learning impairments, allergies, and occasional health needs. Training will be provided where available.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with learning impairments
• Ability to handle sensitive personal care and safeguarding considerations
• Strong communication and social interaction skills

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines in the employer's home.
• Encourage independent living and community engagement.
• Assist with meals as required.
• Provide intimate personal care when needed.
• Support safe travel and appointments in the community.
• Maintain safety and report concerns promptly.
• Respond to emergencies by contacting GP, Social Worker or Local Authority.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Flexibility

Job description

Hours: 56 overnights respite per year + 448 hours wraparound

A committed, caring and flexible Personal Assistant is required to support a gentleman in Kidwelly to manage his daily routine and support his access to the community.

Respite care to be provided in the PA’s own home as and when required.

This gentleman has a learning impairment and requires patience and care. In addition he has serious allergies and carries an Epi Pen and further training maybe required dependent on the experience and qualifications of the PA. He also has seizures and additional health issues.

He enjoys walking, crafts, theatre, and photography. Enjoys being out and about, comedy and an expert on soap operas.

The hours are to be worked flexibly as required and agreed in advance. This post is funded through the Direct Payments scheme and is intended to enable this family to manage their support independently. Training will be provided as required and where available.

Support and maintain daily routines in the home.

Support and encourage with activities of interest.

The preparation of meals may be required.

Aid with intimate personal care when required.

To support an independent lifestyle both at home and in the community.

Principal duties and responsibilities:

1. Supporting the employer with encouragement in gaining independence

2. Enabling the employer to interact socially in their community

3. Providing support to the employer whilst shopping and attending activities of interest

4. Supporting the employer to develop independent living skills

5. To provide companionship in the employer’s home, including engaging in conversation with the employer and providing them with social interaction

6. Encouraging the employer to attend appointments

7. Ensuring the employer’s safety at all times during your working hours

8. To carry out any other reasonable tasks that are requested by the employer during your working hours

9. To ensure compliance with Data Protection Act.

10. Be mindful of safeguarding issues, and feedback any concerns to Carmarthenshire County Council immediately on (01267 228751)

11. Be responsible for contacting the GP, Social Worker or Local Authority should the employer need medical assistance.