MT008 Personal Assistant (Male only)

Job Description

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am a caring male aged 31 living with my parents in Aberfan.

I have a complex range of conditions which means I have difficulties physically and a learning disability, a heart murmur, visual impairment and Epilepsy. I am fitted with VNS implant to help control my epilepsy, although this is problematic at the moment. I still need to take medication and it is important people listen to me as I will sometimes be aware that a seizure is coming by pointing to my head.

Although I am mobile and enjoy being active, I do tire quite quickly so will sometimes need some physical support after activities, and will occasionally need to use my wheelchair.

I do not like change and I am not happy in crowded environments. A personal assistant would need to be patient and understanding and to encourage me as I can be negative and say I cannot do things.

I am a huge Chelsea fan and enjoy many activities. At home I like video games especially my X Box, watching films, drawing arts and crafts, or going to McDonalds.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

My parents are looking to employ a MALE personal assistant to provide the support I need to attend the gym 4 days a week. This support I will need is to ensure my safety at all times and guide me to the apparatus that I use in the Gym.

HOURS OF WORK

There are 14 hours available to be worked over 4 days these will be worked mainly between Monday and Friday between 11am and 2.30pm *This can also be flexible.

TASKS CAN INCLUDE

· Main duties are to support me to attend the gym.

· Supporting me when I get tired or pushing me in my wheelchair.

· Making sure I am safe at all times as I do not always see danger and always supervising while I am participating in my activities

· Taking me out in your own car for which mileage will be paid.

· Encouraging me to try new things or go to new places.

· Occasionally sitting with me at home, watching television, playing games etc.

· Covering for any other personal assistants I have for absences such as annual leave and sickness.

· Some personal care may be required only at the gym.

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

· A friendly, outgoing, lively person, with a sense of humour.

· I require a male worker as personal care may be required.

· Someone who is patient and understands how my disability affects me.

· Someone physically fit who can support me when I get tired.

· A person who can be proactive in finding new activities and encouraging me to participate as well as participating themselves.

· A person who is reliable and punctual

· Someone who can be flexible and change their hours of work occasionally to meet my needs and cover for other personal assistants for absences.

· A person who respects the privacy and confidentiality of working in someone’s home.

· A car driver/owner who is willing to use their own car which will require business class insurance.

ABOUT THE JOB

This 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 monthly 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.

Thank you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £14.75 per hour

Expected hours: 14 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: MT008