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Personal Assistant Application Form Submission

Where did you hear about our PA vacancies? (required): Dewis CIL Website
If you are applying for a position as a Micro Enterprise Carer, please enter your business name::

I confirm that I have the right to work in the UK and am able to prove my eligibility status when required to do so. (required): Yes

Please read the Job Description carefully before providing information in this Section of the Application Form. Give details of your previous employment or experience which you think would help you to do this job. (required): I am a current personal assistant in the Grangetown Area, currently doing 6 hours per week. I have experience with working with additional needs, in private and public spaces. Experience includes -Meal Prep -Special interests of client -leisure walks in the community and into the city -attending special interest groups, such as DnD, visiting cafés, bookshops, etc. -Creative conversations -I am a guitar player, illustration graduate and a huge fan of animation, fantasy, video games, music, history, cars, and general knowledge. -I am patient, considerate and curious, and experienced in de-escalating issues.

What qualities do you think are important when working as a personal assistant with a disabled person? (required): I feel that Patience, reliability, adaptability and openness is most important for helping a disabled individual.

How do you think you can contribute towards the needs and the independence of a disabled person? (required): I feel that I’m open to learning new things and interests. And I find that comfortable and supportive communication can help boost a person’s confidence and self esteem, especially if the person is prone to feeling isolated.

What is it about PA work which appeals to you? (required): Being a high functioning autistic adult, I have experience with understanding the day to day challenges that many autistic people tend to deal with, such as sensory issues, social anxiety, and communication difficulties. I also have relatives who are disabled, such as my older brother, and my cousin-whom I also assist. It’s because of these factors, that I feel able to assist and support those in my work.

What are your hobbies/interests? (required): Movies, Video Games, Fantasy, DnD, Music, Art, Welsh History, travel, volunteering, animals, Cars, trains, drawing, walking, and gymming.

Would you consider a casual position if you are unsuccessful with this job? (required): Yes

Do you speak any other languages? if so what do you speak?  (required): Welsh.

Do you drive? (required): No

Are you a vehicle owner?  (required): No

Do you smoke? (required): No

Are you able to undertake training? (required): Yes

What days/nights are you able to work, or prefer to work?  (required): Any at this time

Are there any circumstances which would prevent you from providing cover or swapping a shift? (required): Yes

If you would like to expand on the answers given above? Please use the box below.: Friday evenings are booked with my current client.

Do you have portable DBS (which has been paid for and renewed for the current year)? (required): Yes/

Is there is any such information you wish to disclose, relating to any cautions or convictions which will appear on your mandatory DBS check? (required): No/

Please provide details if necessary:
I agree that there is nothing which would prevent me from doing this job. (required): Yes

I consent to the above (required): Yes

I agree that the information I provide will be posted to the Dewis CIL PA noticeboard (all personal information will be withheld).: Yes

What geographical area’s are you able to cover?: Cardiff Bay, Grangetown, City Centre
How many hours of work can you offer per week? (required): 3-4 hours

Please indicate the approximate times that you are available for work throughout the week.: Monday PM/Tuesday AM/Tuesday PM/Wednesday AM/Wednesday PM/Thursday AM/Saturday AM/Sunday AM/Sunday PM /