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Weekend Male Personal Assistant 

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

 

I am a cheeky and funny 18 year old male living in the Penarth area with my family. I am an outgoing and friendly person. I am very empathetic towards people and like to understand others’ feelings. I attend school full time and I really enjoy school and I am doing very well.

 

I would like a PA to join in with my hobbies which could be watching a film in the cinema or sometimes even just staying at home and playing video games with me. I have an ongoing foot injury that I am receiving treatment for and the possibility of surgery as I am relearning how to walk again.

 

I’ve had a hemispherectomy (half my brain removed) due to Rasmussen Syndrome, a rare neurological condition that affected one side of my brain. As a result, I have left-sided weakness and a visual field loss on that side too. I use a crutch to help with balance, and for longer distances I use a wheelchair. I do experience seizures from time to time, but they’re being carefully managed.

 

PURPOSE OF JOB

 

To support me in the community and help towards my independence.

 

PLACE OF WORK

 

In the local area of Penarth

 

HOURS OF WORK

4 hours on a weekend.

 

 

 

RATE OF PAY

£17.30 per hour 

£0.40 per mile

TASKS INVOLVED

 

• Potential support with dressing and undressing if going swimming
• Social outings
• Community activities
• Providing me with companionship
• Playing video games
• Any other reasonable task

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

• Male due to potential personal care
• Young outlook on life
• Friendly and chatty
• Confident and proactive
• Respect for confidentiality and working in the home
• Car driver with 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 4 weekly 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