VOG1016 Male Personal Assistant

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Male Personal Assistant

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I'm a friendly, confident 20 year old young man living in Barry with my family. I am an outgoing person who enjoys making people laugh and having a good time. I love listening to rap music, gaming on my Xbox, watching football, heading to the pub, and spending time out and about in the community.

I have Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, which affects my limbs and means I use a powered wheelchair to get around. Other than this, I am a healthy young man who enjoys living life to the fullest and maintaining as much independence as possible.

I'm looking for the right Personal Assistant to support me in enjoying the activities I love and helping me remain active and independent in my local community.

PURPOSE OF JOB

I am seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to accompany me on social outings and community activities. You will support me to access public transport, enjoy leisure activities and maintain my independence while ensuring I feel safe and confident when out and about.

As part of the role, you may occasionally be required to drive my adapted van, so a full driving licence is essential.

PLACE OF WORK

Barry and surrounding areas

HOURS OF WORK

3 hours per week

Weekdays: 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Weekends: Any time after 10:00am

Flexibility may occasionally be required by mutual agreement

RATE OF PAY

£17.00 per hour

TASKS INVOLVED

Support accessing public transport.

Personal Care

On occasion driving my van.

Going to the pub.

Watching the football.

Going to Barry Island arcades.

Working on bus routes from my house.

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

Someone who can keep up with me.

A loud, proud and confident person.

Someone not offended easily, but also to keep me in check.

Male applicant due to the personal care involved.

Someone who is reliable and committed.

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 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

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