15VOG Reference # 4969536 / 15VOG Status Complete Title Ms. First Name Last Name Address 1 Town Bridgend County Mid Glamorgan Post Code CF35 Phone Email Address Job reference number 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 Community Services Manager, Bridgend County Borough Council (BCBC ), Social Services (Mental Health )Residential Manager (Weston House ), Bridgend College(Learning Difficulties ) What qualities do you think are important when working as a personal assistant with a disabled person? Empathy, positivity, diversity, sense of humour and an understanding of the individual needs of the client.Mother of two children, mature and retired woman with extensive experience in both mental health and learning difficulties.I have an understanding of care planning and multi-disciplinary working with positive listening skills. How do you think you can contribute towards the needs and the independence of a disabled person? My life long career has been spent working across the diverse caring support services, achieving both management status and a relevant degree qualification.I’m also a qualified N V Q Assessor with both valuable mentoring and coaching experience. What is it about PA work which appeals to you? Although I retired a number of years ago, I still miss the interaction and satisfaction of achieving positive results when supporting individual to reach their personal goals.PA work is rewarding and provides me with a real sense of purpose and being. Making a positive difference in the lives of others is important to me. What are your hobbies/interests? Tai Chai, singing in the rock choir, craft work and gardening.I also love animals and have two cockapoos who both keep me active. Would you consider a casual position if you are unsuccessful with this job? Yes Do you drive? Yes Are you a vehicle owner? Yes Do you smoke? No Are you able to undertake training? Yes What days/nights are you able to work, or prefer to work? Three days a week (max 16 hrs ) Are there any circumstances which would prevent you from providing cover or swapping a shift? No Would you like to expand on the answers given above? Please use the box below. I have never lost my passion for supporting and enabling individuals with limitations to progress towards normality and to strive towards independent living.I miss the challenge and the rewards and feel I still have much to offer.Finally, I have a comprehensive up-to-date CV I can forward upon request. Name Title Address Phone In what capacity do you know this person (should not be a family member)? Name Title Address Phone In what capacity do you know this person (should not be a family member)? Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 * Within the nature of the work for which you are applying this position is exempt from the provisions of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exemptions Order). Applicants are therefore not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are ‘spent’ under the provisions of this Act. In the event of employment, any failure to disclose such convictions could result in dismissal. Information given is confidential and will only be considered for the purposes of the application. If there is any such information you wish to provide? No I agree that there is nothing which would prevent me from doing this job. No The organisation will hold your data on file for twelve months after the end of the relevant recruitment process if you provide consent. The purpose of retaining your data with your consent is to allow you to apply easily for other jobs we may have available. At the end of the twelve months period you will be required to complete a new application form in order to remain on our system. You may withdraw your consent for us to hold your data at any time after the initial recruitment process is completed. I consent for my personal data to be held and agree that Dewis CIL may keep this application form on file for twelve months. It may be used for future prospective employers. I understand that you will contact me in due course should any such person make themselves known to you. 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? Bridgend and surrounding area, including the Vale of Glamorgan. How many hours of work can you offer per week? 16hrs maximum Please indicate the approximate times that you are available for work throughout the week. Late Morning · Monday · Wednesday · Friday Early Afternoon · Monday · Wednesday · Friday Late Afternoon · Monday · Wednesday · Friday Evenings · Monday · Wednesday · Friday Last Update 2019-09-15 06:49:40