MPM421 Personal Assistant

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A Little About Me

I am a friendly woman in my 30s with Down’s syndrome and Type 1 diabetes in the Pontyclun area , I use an insulin pump, I would like a PA who is trained and confident with this equipment, I am living with my parents in the Llantrisant area.

I am an outgoing person who enjoys swimming and ten-pin bowling. I also love shopping, beauty treatments, and spending time out in the community. I spend a lot of time in Barry, so I would like someone who is happy to drive me there and back when needed.

I am looking to employ an additional Personal Assistant who can support me to enjoy the activities I love while helping me maintain my independence.

Purpose of the Role

The main purpose of this role is to support me while out in the community, helping me to stay safe, independent, and able to access the leisure and social activities I enjoy.

Hours of Work

Up to 6.5 hours per week

There may also be the opportunity for an overnight sleep-in shift once every fortnight, if available.

Rate of Pay

£13.50 per hour

£69.74 per night

Duties Include

Ensuring my safety and wellbeing at all times

Supporting me in the community and encouraging my independence

Driving me in your own vehicle to places I enjoy, such as swimming, shopping, and social activities

Supporting me to access leisure and entertainment facilities

Providing occasional overnight support if agreed

Person Specification

I am looking for someone who is:

Friendly, cheerful, and positive

Reliable, punctual, trustworthy, and flexible

Caring, compassionate, and patient

Confident in providing support when needed

Ideally someone who shares some of my interests and activities

Experienced and trained in supporting someone with an insulin pump and Type 1 diabetes

A car owner/driver willing to use their own vehicle for work-related journeys (mileage will be paid)

In possession of business-use motor insurance

About the Job

Although this is a part-time position, it is a formal employed role.

A National Insurance number will be required.

The successful applicant will be subject to:

A trial period in the first instance

Satisfactory references

An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, funded by the Local Authority

Right to work checks in line with UK employment legislation

Wages will be paid every two weeks, and holiday pay will be provided in accordance with employment regulations.