VOG Personal Assistant(s)

TN United Kingdom; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate personal assistant to provide essential support for daily living and social activities. This role is perfect for someone who values independence and wants to make a meaningful impact on the life of a disabled individual. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, meal preparation, and providing companionship, all while ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. If you have a positive attitude, a reliable nature, and a willingness to adapt to changing needs, this opportunity could be a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible working hours

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Must own a car and have a clean driving licence.
• Willing to complete any required training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living tasks including showering and dressing.
• Drive to activities and appointments as needed.
• Provide companionship and support engagement with interests.

Skills

Positive attitude towards disabled people

Reliability

Punctuality

Calmness

Sensitivity

Flexibility

Respect for privacy

Self-motivation

Good sense of humour

Job description

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I am a disabled lady in my early 60s, living in Cowbridge. I live in my own home and need support at home and to pursue outside interests.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

I am looking to employ an additional personal assistant(s) to support me in all aspects of daily living, both inside and outside the home. This is to maintain my independence, support me when I am out and about socially, and sometimes accompany me to activities or appointments.

DRIVING

PA must be at least 25 years of age due to requirements of Motability Insurance.

HOURS OF WORK

32 - 40 hours per four-week pay period, to include weekend mornings on rotation. Times and other days to be agreed. Additional hours may be available occasionally.

RATES OF PAY

£12.50 per hour with additional pay for Bank Holidays worked.

HOLIDAYS

5.6 weeks per annum (pro-rata), inclusive of Bank Holidays.

TASKS CAN INCLUDE:

• Assisting with showering and dressing (when needed)
• Applying cream to skin
• Food/meal preparation, or assisting in preparing meals
• Undertaking domestic tasks including, but not restricted to:
• Making/changing the bed
• Washing, drying, ironing, and putting away laundry
• Maintaining a tidy and safe kitchen and bathroom
• General cleaning and tidying to maintain a safe home environment
• Supporting engagement with interests and the local community
• Accompanying to activities/appointments
• Shopping for or with me
• Providing companionship, including going out for coffee
• Looking after my small garden – pots and containers
• Driving in your car, for which business class insurance is required

On days when I am not feeling well, I would need my PA to act independently in prioritising tasks for the day.

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• Someone with a positive attitude towards disabled people
• Reliable, punctual, positive, calm, and patient
• Sensitive and non-judgemental
• Flexible to accommodate changing needs
• Respectful of privacy and confidentiality
• Self-motivated and able to use initiative
• Good sense of humour
• Willing to accompany me to activities and appointments
• Willing to complete any required training

Driving:

Must own a car, have a clean driving licence, and business class insurance. Mileage will be paid when using your own car during work.