PM1711 Personal Assistant

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

Job summary

A support services provider in Rhydyfelin is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to offer support in home settings. The role is part-time with approximately 8 hours per week, plus additional overnight stays for respite care. Candidates must demonstrate understanding of Autism and OCD, be patient, reliable and ready to handle some domestic responsibilities. The position requires a National Insurance number and a DBS check will be conducted before employment can begin. Monthly pay rate is £14.50 per hour.

Benefits

Monthly pay

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Understanding of Autism and OCD for effective support.
• Commitment to being present and punctual to reduce anxiety.
• Experience in domestic duties and meal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support the individual in their home for a couple of hours weekly.
• Ensure safety and encourage interaction and independence.
• Assist with domestic duties including cleaning and meal preparation.

Skills

Reliability

Patience

Communication skills

Job description

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A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF I am a 32 year old man living in the Rhydyfelin area with my mother, two friendly dogs and a cat. I have OCD and Autism, but I am friendly and I am able to communicate my needs clearly. I enjoy playing computer games and watching TV. I experience anxiety whilst home on my own. I am looking for a Personal Assistant to sit with me and support me to be as independent as possible. When my mother is away from the home, I can feel quite anxious where I may need some reassurance. Once I have formed a friendship I sometimes like to discuss my hobbies which include computer games, YouTube, news and I can be quite witty.

PURPOSE OF JOB

The main purpose of the job is to support me within my home for a couple of hours per week, and you must be able to work day and night for respite care at least twice a year.

HOURS OF WORK

8 hours per week regular. Plus respite cover (at least twice a year), which will include overnight stays. RATES OF PAY £14.50 per hour.

TASKS INVOLVED

• Ensuring my safety is priority at all times
• Encouraging my interaction & independence
• Someone to sit at home with me
• Domestic duties around the home: hoovering, bathroom cleaning, mopping, washing the dishes
• Meal preparation

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• Someone who is open, reliable, patient and friendly
• Someone with an understanding of my conditions
• Punctual as this really can cause me more anxiety
• Commitment to the role
• Must be happy with two friendly dogs and a cat in the home

ABOUT THE JOB

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.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check that 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.

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