VOG1161 Personal Assistant (Male only)

Dewis Centre for Independent Living; Llantwit Major; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS Disclosure provided

Holiday pay

Pay every four weeks

Job summary

2 Male Personal Assistants to support a 70-year-old man living in Llantwit Major with his wife who has MS. The role requires a cheerful, humorous, and flexible person. Rate is £15.35 per hour with double time on bank holidays.

The job involves helping with daily routines, meal preparation, household tasks, and enabling community access. Part-time hours with morning and evening shifts, plus social activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Male candidate only due to personal care needs.
• Experience in personal assistance or care preferred.
• Able to assist with daily living tasks and meal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support with daily living tasks in the morning and evening.
• Assist with meal preparation and household tasks.
• Provide practical help to enable community access and outings.

Skills

Cheerful

Sense of humour

Flexible hours

Reliable

Patient

Good communication

Job description

2 Male Personal Assistants to support a 70-year-old man who lives with and cares for his wife who has MS in Llantwit Major. PAs to be male due to personal care, someone cheerful with a sense of humour, and can be flexible with their hours. Involves assisting with daily routines, meal preparation, household tasks, and community access. £15.35 per hour plus double time on bank holidays.

JOB DESCRIPTION2

x MALE Personal AssistantJob ShareA LITTLE ABOUT MYSELFI am a 70-year-old gentleman living in Llantwit Major with my wife, who has MS. As well as supporting my wife, I manage my own health conditions, including congenital deformities and arthritis in my hip, knee and lower back, which means I now use a walking aid to get around.I enjoy a good sense of humour, spending time chatting over a pint at the local pub, and getting out into the community whenever possible. I was a keen sports car enthusiast and am currently on the lookout for a new vehicle after having to part with my much-loved sports car.I am looking for a Personal Assistant who can provide practical support and help me maintain my independence while enjoying life and staying active in the community.

PURPOSE OF JOB

The purpose of this role is to provide support with daily living tasks, meal preparation, and community activities, helping me to remain independent in my own home and continue enjoying the things that are important to me.The role will involve support in the mornings and evenings, as well as accompanying me on outings, social activities, appointments, or helping with tasks around the home.

PLACE OF WORK

The role is based both in my home and within the local community.

HOURS OF WORK

Potential job-share opportunity availableWeekday PA: 7.5 hours per weekWeekend PA: 3 hours per week, plus up to 2 additional hours for social activities

Support is typically required:

• Morning: Approximately 9:00am to 10:00am
• Evening: Approximately 6:00pm to 7:00pm
• Social support: 2 hours per week, arranged flexibly by mutual agreement

Flexibility may be available for the right candidate

RATE OF PAY

£15.35 plus double time on bank holiday

TASKS INVOLVED

Morning tasks may include:

• Getting clothes ready
• Putting my socks on
• Helping with breakfast

Afternoon/evening tasks may include:

• Preparing food
• Serving food
• Washing up

Tasks may evolve as we get to know each other and a system develops over time.

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

I am seeking a male Personal Assistant due to the nature of the support required.

You will be:

• Friendly, reliable and approachable
• Cheerful with a good sense of humour
• Patient and respectful
• A good problem solver who can use their initiative
• Flexible in your approach to work
• Comfortable supporting someone to access their local community
• Able to build a positive working relationship based on trust and mutual respect

ABOUT THE JOB

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 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.

Thank you.