PM1704 Personal Assistant

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

Job summary

A local charity in Rhydyfelin seeks a Personal Assistant to support an 18-year-old with a learning disability in community engagements. This part-time role involves accompanying the individual on outings, promoting their independence and ensuring their safety. A driver with business class insurance is required. Pay is at National Living Wage plus mileage, with additional benefits included.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Candidate must own a car with business class insurance.
• Must be able to promote interaction and independence.

Responsibilities

• Accompany the individual to various locations.
• Ensure safety during outings.
• Encourage social engagement and independence.

Skills

Outgoing and confident

Reliable

Driving skills

Job description

Overview

Please quote job reference PM1704 on application. Apply now.

About the Role

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF: I am an 18 year old living in Rhydyfelin, in the Pontypridd area and I have learning disability. I enjoy History and visiting places such as St Fagans and Museums. I am looking for a PA to access the community to increase my confidence, independence skills and provide me with social opportunities.

Purpose of the Job

The main purpose of the job is to support me in the community and with social activities.

Hours of Work

3hrs per fortnight

Rates of Pay

Meets NLW plus mileage where applicable.

Tasks Involved

• Accompanying me when out and about
• Taking me to places of interest
• Ensuring my safety is priority at all times
• Encouraging my interaction & independence

Type of Person Required

• Someone outgoing and confident
• Someone who is reliable
• Driver/Car Owner needed with business class insurance

About the Job / Employment Details

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 on a monthly basis 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 employer (Local Authority).

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