Friendly and supportive personal assistant wanted

Ref: MW2111

Location: Chippenham

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Details

This role is to support a Man

Drivers licence required: Yes

Own vehicle needed: Yes

Employment status:

Employed or Self-employed

Hours per week:

Two hours per week split over two days. Flexibility to be discussed

Hourly pay rate:

£14.20

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I am a 38 year old man who enjoys getting out in the community to try new social environments which can include going to local coffee shops. My interests include having deep conversations which could be about cooking and personal budgeting. I enjoy exploring the environment and spending time outside.

I am looking for somebody who is patient, encouraging, and understanding, The right person will be reliable and approachable. I am looking for someone who would be willing to join me in the community to support me with social activities.

Knowledge of the benefit system would help in this role although not essential as I would like to find a personal assistant that can help support me with telephone calls, paperwork and face to face appointments.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in my life to help me build confidence.

Duties include:

Administration
Housekeeping
Transportation
Companionship

Candidate qualities:

Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
Reliable with good timekeeping
Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
Hygienic, tidy and well organised
Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
Honest and cheerful
Creative
Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

Additional requirements

Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours

Notes:

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9