VOG1065 Personal Assistant

Dewis Centre for Independent Living; Barry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A Third-Party Care Provider in Barry is seeking a Part-Time Care Assistant to provide personal care support at home. The ideal candidate will be proactive, possess strong communication skills, and be flexible with scheduling. A police check will be required before employment. This role offers wages paid every four weeks and appropriate holiday pay.

Qualifications

• Confident, clear, and direct approach in communication.
• Able to lead conversations and keep the client engaged.
• Must provide reassurance and guidance when needed.
• Ability to solve problems on your own initiative.
• Sensible and mature individual.

Responsibilities

• Provide respite for the main carer.
• Support with personal care at home.

Skills

Effective communication

Proactivity in problem-solving

Flexibility

Maturity

Job description

You will provide respite for my husband who is my main carer. You will support me with personal care at home.

You must have a confident, clear and direct approach in communication
You'll be able to lead and initiate conversations, actively keeping me engaged
Be able to give reassurance and guidance when needed
Proactive in situations and be able to problem solve on your own initiative
A sensible and mature person
You must be flexible, understanding that shifts, days and times may change with short notice

This position is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (Police Check), which must be completed prior to the commencement of employment. The cost of this check will be covered by the Local Authority.

All necessary checks will be conducted to verify that any candidate has the legal right to work in the UK before employment begins.

Although this is a part-time role, it is a legitimate position requiring the submission of a National Insurance number. Employment will commence under an initial trial period.

Wages will be paid on a four-weekly basis and appropriate holiday pay will be provided.

Please note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not serve as your employer or be liable for any issues arising from your employment should you be offered the position.