MPM1351 Personal Assistant

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Job Description

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am a 38 year old woman living with my family in the Pontypridd area. I enjoy most music, especially Celine Dion and Boyzone. I try to go to concerts at least once a year and I also enjoy watching shows, especially musicals. I went to see Hairspray and loved it! I enjoy shopping, especially when I buy things. I also enjoy eating out but have no specific type of favourite food, I like all sorts. I like going bowling, doing colouring and working on jigsaws. I like watching films and going out and about (although I’m not big on exercise). I like going to the funfair and spending time with my nieces. I am a happy, friendly person, but I do lack confidence in new situations. I like routine but this is something that you can get used to over time.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The purpose of the job is to help me to expand my horizons, and get out and about and to help me to socialise. I want a PA who will help me access groups or clubs and other social opportunities also.

TASKS WILL INCLUDE

Swimming
Helping me to find new groups or activities to attend
Attending groups or activities with me
To go out and about to places such as the cinema or for food

HOURS OF WORK

I have 4 hours per week to be used flexibly.

RATES OF PAY

Meets NMW

40p per mile for journeys we make together in your car

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

Someone friendly and chatty
Female preferred
Someone who shows initiative
Someone who is flexible
Someone with access to their own car
Someone willing to suggest places we can go

ABOUT THE JOB

Although this is a part-time job, it will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period will be necessary in the first instance. The salary will be paid on a monthly basis and appropriate holiday pay given.

The post is subject to a probationary period and a DBS (Police) Check. You will have to supply 2 references, one of which should be able to comment on your work practices.

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