01MT Reference # 3965544 / 01MT Status Complete Title Ms. First Name Last Name Address 1 Address 2 Pentrebach Town Merthyr Tydfil County Merthyr Tydfil Post Code CF48 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 I have 24 years of care experience. 18 of these years I worked for Merthyr Tydfil Council doing home care. During this time I also worked as a private carer for 5 years with a lovely lady that in the end I called my friend . After this, I worked in a residential home as a carer and currently work as a support worker in an assisted living home. I think all my experience over the years would make me the perfect candidate for this role. I also have experience of working with many disabilities and illnesses, including but not limited to, dementia, cerebral palsy, MS, diabetes, learning disabilities and people with short term memory loss. What qualities do you think are important when working as a personal assistant with a disabled person? I think that patience is a vital quality to have when working with a disabled person because they might need chance to do things themselves in their own way or they may take a while longer to communicate their needs. Respect and confidentiality are very important in order to promote their dignity and their choices. I also think having empathy is important as they may face daily challenges on a personal level that a support worker would need to acknowledge, understand and then act on to assist. I believe being honest, trustworthy and reliable helps to build great relationships, especially when working in somebody's own home. Having a sense of humour is a so important when working as a personal assistant. I honestly believe that laughter can be the best medicine. How do you think you can contribute towards the needs and the independence of a disabled person? I can contribute by assisting with personal care. I have done this over many years and I am completely comfortable in doing so, while at the same time, promoting their independence and giving choices but also maintaining the person's full dignity and respect. Promoting independence is good for the person's self esteem, even if it's only small tasks that they can accomplish. I can assist with any domestic tasks around the house that are needed and provide assistance with meal preparation. I have my own car so assisting with tasks outside of the home would be no problem at all. I have assisted people with wheelchairs and walking frames so have experience in this. I can also contribute to the needs and independence of a disabled person by prompting and supporting them to take medication if needed. I am able to use MAR sheets and have previously attended medication courses. What is it about PA work which appeals to you? The main thing that appeals to me about PA work is being able to work on a one to one basis. I love being able to build great rapport and relationships with people I work with, so they feel safe, secure and comfortable. I love being able to enhance the quality of their life and see the outcome. What are your hobbies/interests? I love spending time with my family, friendse andamy dog, especially time spent with my granddaughter. I enjoy doing crafts and crocheting. I like going to the cinema and theatre to see shows, musicals are my favourite. I enjoy doing ancestry and finding out more about my family history. I like going out for meals with loved ones and popping for coffees whilst shopping. Would you consider a casual position if you are unsuccessful with this job? No 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? Any 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. No Name Title Address Phone Name Title 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. Yes 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? Merthyr Tydfil and within 15 miles of Merthyr. How many hours of work can you offer per week? 25-30 Last Update 2019-02-25 04:43:08