MVOG992 Personal Assistant

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JOB DESCRIPTION

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am a 61-year-old lady living in the Barry area. My interests include knitting and jigsaw puzzles. I love music in particular Daniel O’Donnell and Elaine Paige are my favourites.

I enjoy gardening and I help out regular in the local community centre garden. I have a budgie named Joey and I enjoy watching animal documentaries. When I am out and about, I tend to browse in charity shops and enjoy collecting things. I live in Barry but like to visit Penarth and other areas to explore different shops.

I have learning difficulties which means sometimes I find it difficult to communicate and I can become frustrated with people at times. Once I get to know you and we build a relationship I will feel more relaxed.

PURPOSE OF JOB

To assist me out in the community and at home.

PLACE OF WORK

Barry and out in the community

HOURS OF WORK

12 hours per week

RATE OF PAY

£13.00 per hour

TASKS INVOLVED

Going shopping – food shopping, general shops and charity shops.
Helping me to keep my room tidy.
Assisting with my correspondence.
Supporting me to look after my Budgie.
Exploring new opportunities with me such as volunteering.
Helping me rebuild confidence to go out alone and use public transport.

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

Someone who is honest and trustworthy.
Someone who is patient and calm.
Someone with experience of working with people with learning difficulties would be an advantage but not essential.
Someone who can drive and has access to a car with business class insurance.
Someone who likes animal, if you have a dog maybe it could join us on walks sometimes.

ABOUT THE JOB

Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period will be necessary in the first instance. The wage will be paid monthly basis and appropriate holiday pay given. The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS (Police) Check - which will need to be carried out before employment can commence. The cost of this will be met by the employer (Local Authority).The relevant checks will be carried out to ensure any applicant has the right to work in the UK

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