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Personal Assistant Application Form Submission

Title (required): Mr.
Address 2: Llanishen
Town (required): Cardiff

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 am currently employed as a personal assistant through the DEWIS nework to provide exactly this service. I have been employed with DEWIS for over 5 years.

What qualities do you think are important when working as a personal assistant with a disabled person? (required): The ability to listen, interact and respond carefully with the specific needs og the person. To offer continuity and reliability so trust is maintained. To adapt easily and to the changing needs of the person as required. To report back to the parents of guardians any details that help build confidence and trust between all parties. To follow protocols and guidance as set out by DEWIS, the parents and the persons medical practitioners as required.

How do you think you can contribute towards the needs and the independence of a disabled person? (required): To facilitate new and desired activites so that the client will build confidence. To offer companionship and a listening ear to the client To encourage positive communication with meetings of others (shop keepers, receptionists and therapy consultants) found during a days activities. To be flexible to the needs and wishes of the client.

What is it about PA work which appeals to you? (required): The positive outcomes found on a daily basis from participation from and outing or event. Introducing new ideas and experiences to the client Physical activity of PA work can be beneficial to client and PA. The gratitude and improved life balance found by the whole family of the client.

What are your hobbies/interests?: Walking Cats and dogs and garden at home Environmental protection Music, art and craft.

Would you consider a casual position if you are unsuccessful with this job? (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): Wed, thurs, friday are preferable but can be flexible

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.: 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: My CRB has recently been updated and approved from a very recent client application.

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?: Cardiff, Newport and Vale of Glamorgan

How many hours of work can you offer per week?: 10

Please indicate the approximate times that you are available for work throughout the week.: Wednesday AM/Wednesday PM/Thursday AM/Thursday PM/Friday AM/Friday PM/
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