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JOB DESCRIPTION

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME

I'm a 35 year old gentleman living in the Glyncoch area of Pontypridd with my mother. I have Huntington’s and this causes me difficulty in processing information and I lack capacity. I would say I am a very positive happy gentleman and love the outdoors. I enjoy going out on my dirt bike, this could be on a field or a track. I do struggle with processing information and need guidance and support to be able to process it affectively. I have been confused and unaware of my actions and have been stopped by the police for riding my dirt bike on a public road, this is why we are seeking someone to support me to ensure I can continue enjoying biking, but in the most responsible way. We are looking for someone who has access to a van or trailer as you will need to transport to and from the field / track with my dirty bike. A Bike enthusiast would be perfect! 

Purpose of Job:

To help me be more independent out in the community and help with my processing of information / understanding.

HOURS OF WORK

10 hours per week is available, 2hrs per day, early AM time.

RATE OF PAY

£11.60 plus some mileage covered under the Direct Payments

TASKS CAN INCLUDE

• Support me out in my local community.
• Promote my independence
• Promote my social skills
• Allow processing time

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• Patient, kind and friendly.
• Energetic, outgoing and easy to get along with.
• Has knowledge and understanding of Huntington’s and the challenges that come with it.
• Must have a full UK drivers licence with business class insurance.

ABOUT THE JOB

Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A probationary period of 6 months will be necessary in the first instance. I will be your employer. The wage will be paid 4 weekly on return of a payslip provided by the Centre for Independent Living. You will receive appropriate holidays and holiday pay.

This job is subject to a DBS check.

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