VOG225 Personal Assistant


Company:	Dewis Centre for Independent Living
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Penarth
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Sept 2026
Closing date:	16 Oct 2026

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Summary

A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF

I am a lady in my sixties living in Penarth. I have physical disabilities including fibromyalgia osteoarthritis and Vestibular Migraines, where I feel light-headed and dizzy, I also struggle to keep my balance. I have throbbing, painful headaches. I am also awaiting a knee replacement and as well some mental health issues which affect my confidence when going out and about and meeting new people. I can walk but not long distances due to my conditions. I can use a manual wheelchair or walking aid but only for a short space of time and am unable to do a lot of everyday tasks due to the restrictive movement in my joints. In my spare time I enjoy looking around the charity shops in Penarth if I feel up to it, I enjoy watching Law and Order and organised crime programs, comedy program or any documentary.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To support me with domestic tasks around the home as well as accompanying me and encouraging me to get out in the community. Some personal care will be required.

HOURS OF WORK

There are 3 hours per week available.

I require support most days I am advertising for Sunday 3 hours.

Ideally the hours will be worked between 09:00am – 13:00 each day, but this can be discussed further at interview. I would also like to recruit a PA who can cover any annual leave or sickness absence.

RATES OF PAY

£15.25 plus double pay on bank holidays

TASKS CAN INCLUDE

Preparing and cooking a meal for me

Some personal care

Cleaning my home

Other odd jobs around the house as required; i.e changing bedding.

Helping me put on my socks and shoes if needed due to my knee problems

Helping me to attend any appointments I may have

Weekly shopping

Accompany me to access social support

Support to help maintain my garden, things like light sweeping and tidying

TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED

Somebody who will be reliable

Previous experience would be desirable

Someone who will encourage me to go out and care about my welfare

A car driver will be essential with access to own vehicle

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 monthly 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.

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