VOG777 Personal Assistant

2 weeks ago


Barry, United Kingdom Dewis Centre for Independent Living Full time

OverviewPlease quote job reference VOG777 on application. Apply now.A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELFHi all I am a young autistic person living in Barry with hEDS and POTs and I am looking for a PA. The job includes helping with daily living tasks, organisation, medical admin and helping doing things that I enjoy. This creates a challenging and fulfilling job that includes doing enjoyable things like cooking and going to interesting new places/events. I am an artist and a writer, hoping to propel my career in the near future, and other interests of mine include music and ecology.Understanding of autistic experience and non-discriminatory values are very important. Must be open minded and friendly and willing to learn.Experience in any relevant areas is not necessary but preferable. Living in Barry with a little flexibility is necessary but we are prepared to work around your availability.Place of WorkYour job will take place at my home in Barry, as well as around Cardiff helping me get out to my local area or social events.Purpose of the JobYou will support me with most daily living tasks, the majority of which will be on a when-needed basis, even if there is regularity within that.Hours of WorkMinimum 6 hours per week. Flexibility for times. You will work with other PAs and cover sickness and holidays.Rate of Pay£14.40 per hourTasks InvolvedPreparing food and ensuring that I have eatenMedical support, including but not limited to helping put on supports and reminders for medication, helping with correspondence (reading through), supporting me to, during, and from medical appointmentsGetting me what I need when I can’t move and/or walk, taking notes and staying up to dateSupporting me to access the local areaAssistance with shoppingReassuring me through stress and helping me through personal crises, such as breakdowns or the beginning of a flare upAssistance with journeys to allow me to be with nature or take part in activitiesType of Person RequiredA patient and friendly person is importantCar driver and owner is not essential but would be helpfulSomeone mature and sensible to deal with difficult situations, including in publicExperience of supporting roles and/or working with autistic people is essentialTraining to work with autistic people is necessary, but training will be providedResourcefulness and adaptable, clear communication is essential so that you can adapt to my needs daily and troubleshoot challenging situationsNon-discriminatory values are essentialDriver with access to own carAbout the JobThis position is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Disclosure (Police Check), which must be completed prior to the commencement of employment. The cost of this check will be covered by the Local Authority.All necessary checks will be conducted to verify that any candidate has the legal right to work in the UK before employment begins.Although this is a part-time role, it is a legitimate position requiring the submission of a National Insurance number. Employment will commence under an initial trial period.Wages will be paid on a four-weekly basis and appropriate holiday pay will be provided.Please note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not serve as your employer or be liable for any issues arising from your employment should you be offered the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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