personal assistant

I am looking to employ a personal assistant to help and support me with my living needs and to take me out and about to help maintain my independence.

I need assistance with personal care, particularly with going to the toilet and washing afterwards.

You would need to supervise and guide me when I go out and about, anticipating any potential dangers e.g. at busy roads., To provide transport around Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan when required

To accompany and support me on social outings to include bowling, skittles, sessions at Two Rhythms/Touch Trust, walks on the beach etc.

Also going out to eat at cafes & restaurants etc. (I will eat most things, when at the right temperature, but will need large pieces of food cut up)

To support with Personal Care particularly when going to the toilet

To assist with getting in & out of the car & assistance doing seat belt up.

To assist and encourage activities at home sometimes like puzzles, painting, music and drawing etc.

I have a severe learning disability that has resulted in problems affecting my development, communication and co-ordination. I can get frustrated from time-to-time and I do get bored rather easily.

I have a lower field vision defect and need to be reminded of and guided around objects which may be in my way.

My communication skills are under-developed so I can tend to use words inappropriately at times, my attention can wander and I need to have things explained to me., Must have a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Knowledge of the Vale of Glamorgan and Cardiff area is an advantage.

Must have good hygiene awareness.

Experience of working with people who have additional needs is desirable.

Flexible with hours of work

Respectful of other people's homes and property

Understand the confidential nature of the work.

Confident and able to work on your own initiative.

Should be trustworthy, reliable and punctual.

Have a caring, supportive and responsible attitude.

Should be friendly, patient and understanding.

Must be competent when dealing with emergencies.

ABOUT THE JOB

The post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (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 before you start work.

Though a part-time job, this will be a formal job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A trial period will be necessary in the first instance. The wage will be paid on a four weekly basis and appropriate holiday pay given.

Hourly pay: £15.00

Mileage: 0.40p per mile

HOURS OF WORK

8 hours per week on a Friday

(start and finish times may be negotiated)

You may also be asked to provide holiday cover for assistants, which might include evenings and weekends.