Where did you hear about our PA vacancies? (required): Dewis CIL Website
If you are applying for a position as a Micro Enterprise Carer, please enter your business name::
Title (required): Mrs
Town (required): Treorchy
I confirm that I have the right to work in the UK and am able to prove my eligibility status when required to do so. (required): Yes
Please read the Job Description carefully before providing information in this Section of the Application Form. Give details of your previous employment or experience which you think would help you to do this job. (required): 

I have worked in the care industry for the last 12 years , cared in the community visiting the elderly in their own homes attending to personnel care medication assisting with all personnel needs, I then worked up until 4th May this year in a dementia care home permanent nights for last 10years for rct council until they decommissioned the home, I am a very caring person who has compassion for my job on all I do and very much want to be of any help to the person or persons I am taking care of ., I left school without qualifications went on to have 4 children them started work when they were of school age , I have recently done my E learning online which I have the certificates for

What qualities do you think are important when working as a personal assistant with a disabled person? (required): 

sensitivity and understanding of the persons needs, empathy is very important,Being reliable is vital when the person who is waiting for you to arrive has needs that will affect their dignity and health if they aren’t addressed.A carer should always be respectful of their customer and where they live. Person centre skills Your carer may have had a stroke or live with another condition that takes them lot longer at speaking or even slower in all the do .

How do you think you can contribute towards the needs and the independence of a disabled person? (required): 

Encourage the person one to make decisions and actively involve them in decision-making. Trust and build a support network with them, Be positive and celebrate small improvements. Make learning a daily habit for both of you. Be patient.

What is it about PA work which appeals to you? (required): 

making a positive difference in their lives. I have always been interested in work that involves helping others and making a positive impact. I enjoy being an active member of my community and helping people. Even if that means just being there for company not for the person to feel alone

What are your hobbies/interests? (required): Spending time with my family - grandchildren Eating out Walking my dogs
Would you consider a casual position if you are unsuccessful with this job? (required): Yes
Do you speak any other languages? if so what do you speak?  (required): No
Do you drive? (required): Yes
Are you a vehicle owner?  (required): Yes
Do you smoke? (required): No
Are you able to undertake training? (required): Yes
What days/nights are you able to work, or prefer to work?  (required): Week days/nights preferable
Are there any circumstances which would prevent you from providing cover or swapping a shift? (required): No
If you would like to expand on the answers given above? Please use the box below.:
Do you have portable DBS (which has been paid for and renewed for the current year)? (required): No/
Is there is any such information you wish to disclose, relating to any cautions or convictions which will appear on your mandatory DBS check? (required): No/
Please provide details if necessary:
I agree that there is nothing which would prevent me from doing this job. (required): Yes
I consent to the above (required): Yes
I agree that the information I provide will be posted to the Dewis CIL PA noticeboard (all personal information will be withheld).: Yes
What geographical area’s are you able to cover?: Treorchy to hawthorn
How many hours of work can you offer per week? (required): 25
Please indicate the approximate times that you are available for work throughout the week.: Monday AM/Tuesday AM/Tuesday PM/Tuesday Overnight/Wednesday AM/Wednesday PM/Wednesday Overnight/Thursday AM/Thursday PM/Friday AM/Friday PM/Friday Overnight/