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I am a disabled lady in my early 60s, living in Cowbridge. I live in my own home and need support at home and to pursue outside interests.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

I am looking to employ an additional personal assistant(s) to support me in all aspects of daily living, both inside and outside the home. This is to maintain my independence, support me when I am out and about socially, and sometimes accompany me to activities or appointments.

DRIVING

PA must be at least 25 years of age due to requirements of Motability Insurance.

HOURS OF WORK

32 – 40 hours per four-week pay period, including weekend mornings on rotation. Times and other days to be agreed. Additional hours may occasionally be available.

RATES OF PAY

£12.50 per hour with additional pay for Bank Holidays worked.

HOLIDAYS

5.6 weeks per annum (pro-rata), inclusive of Bank Holidays.

TASKS CAN INCLUDE:

• Assisting me with showering and dressing (when needed)
• Applying cream to my skin
• Food/meal preparation, or assisting me in preparing meals
• Undertaking domestic tasks including, but not restricted to:

• Making/changing the bed
• Undertaking laundry – washing, drying, ironing, putting away
• Maintaining a tidy and safe kitchen and bathroom
• General cleaning and tidying, maintaining a safe home and environment

On not so good days, I would need my PA to act independently in prioritising which tasks need doing in preparation for the day ahead.

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• Someone with a positive attitude towards disabled people
• A person who is reliable, punctual, positive, calm, and patient
• Someone who is sensitive and non-judgemental
• A person who understands the importance of working flexibly to accommodate changeable needs
• A person who respects the privacy and confidentiality of working in someone else’s home, and ensures that information learned is not shared outside my home
• Someone who is self-motivated, and can use their own initiative to do whatever is needed
• Someone with a sense of humour
• Someone who is willing to accompany me to activities and appointments when necessary
• A person who is willing to complete any training required

Driving:

• A car owner, with a clean driving licence, and business class insurance
• Mileage will be paid when your own car is used during work

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