A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am a very sociable 79-year-old man with Parkinson’s, based in Heath, Cardiff and I’m looking for a personal assistant to support me to live as independently as possible.
My daughter, Esther lives locally and helps me on some days, she will also help coordinate the support that I have from the successful candidate.
PURPOSE OF JOB
To support in my own home and out in the community.
HOURS OF WORK
Up to 6 hours p/w.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday- 6-7pm.
Saturday 9-10am
Occasionally extra hours will be available to cover as relief
RATE OF PAY
£15.70 an hour
TASKS INVOLVED
I need assistance with most activities, although no moving and handling and minimal personal care is required (I may need help getting socks/shoes/coat on).
Key activities include food preparation, cooking, tidying up/cleaning, ironing, making sure I take my medication (NB medication will be ready in a pill box for each day, sorted by Esther), putting my hearing aids on.
They may occasionally be required to drive Dad to an activity, so must have their own car.
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
- Someone who is reliable, kind, sensitive and caring.
- Punctual
- Car driver with access to own car is essential