PM1699 Personal Assistant please quote job ref PM1699 Apply Now JOB DESCRIPTION Personal Assistant A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF I am a 20-year-old young man living in the Llanharry area with my family who is in the process of moving to Cardiff. I am currently in University studying Environmental Geoscience. An Environmental Geoscientist uses their understanding of the planet and its processes to predict hazards like floods and earthquakes, clean up dangerous waste. I enjoy Geology, films especially Korean thrillers, football supporting Man United, rugby, learning about different countries around the world, going to the cinema and kayaking. I am a wheelchair user but also transfers independently from wheelchair to chair. I have ASD, ADHD and can sometimes experience some anxiety when meeting new people. I have a real love for food and I am quite adventurous and want to try different cuisines. PURPOSE OF THE JOB To support me to access the community, after university to participate in activities including socialising and societies as part of the university. I would love to find a PA who is low key and almost inconspicuous supporting me but not overbearing. I’d also like to go to the gym and would require someone to support me. Support with preparation of meals and planning appointments with work and deadlines for studies. HOURS OF WORK Up to 18.5 hours per week available Saturday afternoon into evening Wednesday afternoon/evening/night and possibly then the union night. PA would be needed for weekends and evenings around my University schedule, which I have in advance. I am quite flexible with availability, as long as it is around my schedule RATES OF PAY £13.30 per hour plus weekly expenses TASKS CAN INCLUDE Accompanying me in the community Ensuring my safety is priority at all times Encouraging my interaction to develop relationships & independence Exploring different things, I may enjoy Support and assist me to attend and participate in activities. Helping me with keeping my deadlines Meal preparation Planning appointments TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED Someone outgoing, confident, flexible and reliable Someone who is mindful of how my condition affects me PA to have a mature attitude Available on evenings and weekends 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 on a 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