VOG1116 Personal Assistant

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT MYSELF

I am a fifty three year old architect, who in the past ten years, have been suffering with multiple sclerosis.

I live in Barry. My mobility has been affected, but I still manage most tasks myself. Constant fatigue and muscle weakness is my enemy. I would like to employ someone, for the long term. I have an exceptionally intelligent miniature poodle, called Milo, he is more a small child, rather than just a dog, so I am looking for someone who doesn't mind dogs. He is very friendly. Unfortunately he has been used to having someone around all of the time, and gets overly anxious when left alone.

Purpose of the Job

Your role is to support me to remain independent within my own home. My independence is extremely important to me.

Hours of Work

4 - 8 hours per week. I would prefer 2 PAs 4 hours each, so your application will mean you are willing to work a minimum of 4 hours per week. Also, you'd be able to pick up additional hours when the other PA is off.

Rates of Pay

£14.50 per hour + 40p mileage when you use your car.

Tasks Will Include

• Drive myself and Milo around to various events and appointments
• Laundry, wash, dry and put away properly in built in wardrobes
• Clean tidy kitchen and shower room (detergent)
• Take Milo for a quick walk
• Organise, and put rubbish out, separating food, cardboard, cans, plastic and glass
• Change the bed
• Vacuum all floors
• Clean hard floors with disinfectant
• Pop out to get some shopping, bread, milk etc.
• Take me shopping, from time to time
• Take me to and back from various club activities and take care of Milo while I attend
• Dog sit, while I get a haircut
• Help me declutter the house
• Take me to storage unit
• PA able to cook
• Bring some firewood in and make a fire

Type of Person Required

• Proactive in situations and be able to problem solve on your own initiative
• Will know how to manage a home and keep on top of what's required to keep it clean
• Experience with MS is preferred, either personal or work related
• Must be flexible, understanding that shifts, days and times may change with short notice
• Respectful towards my need for independence
• A car owner/driver who is willing to use car for work purposes/take me on outing
• Must have a clean drivers licence

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.