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Closing date: 13/06/2024

JOB DESCRIPTION

Personal Assistant

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am sociable, cheerful and like asking questions. Although I can be quiet/very anxious when meeting people/ going to activities for the first time. I am currently at college studying life skills. I enjoy sport, especially watching and playing football, going to Youth Club and activities such as bowling.

 

PURPOSE OF JOB

To support me going out socially and makes me feel I am increasing my independence from my family.

 

PLACE OF WORK

 

I live in Pontprennau. The activities I go to tend to be in Cathays, Heath Park, Cardiff Bay, House of Sport and Nantgarw.

HOURS OF WORK

I am looking for 6 hours support at present. I have 9 hours agreed which I need to use .

I already have a PA who covers 3 of the 9 hours. At the moment I’m looking to cover Thursdays 4.30 and 6.30. Then to use the remaining hours over the weekend, probably Sunday. During the college holidays there would be more flexibility on daytimes/weekends.

 

RATE OF PAY

£12.60

 

TASKS INVOLVED

Driving me to activities such as Youth club or bowling. Depending upon the activity, participate with me (eg bowling) or remain on ‘on call’ (eg during football training) 

 

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

Essential

 

 • Patient (I love asking questions) • Reliable and punctual • Sense of humour • Able to respect my privacy/confidentiality • Have common sense and initiative • Full driving license/ own suitably insured car (mileage paid) • Flexible and adaptable to my needs

 

ABOUT THE JOB

 

Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted.  A probation period will be necessary in the first instance.  Wages will be paid 4 weekly.  You will receive 5.6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata). You will be required to apply for a DBS check at no expense to you.

Please Note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer or be liable for any issues arising out of your employment should you be offered employment.

 

 

Thank you.