TCDP2410 Female Personal assistant to an Adult
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 09 January 2026 |
| Location: | Rhiwbina, Cardiff |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Dewis Centre for Independent Living |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | TCDP2410 |
Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION
Personal Assistant
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am a 90-year-old lady who lives in Rhiwbina. I like to be as independent as possible. I can mobilise independently but need to use a walking aid. Because my mobility and strength have deteriorated, I can be unsteady, and I need to take time to mobilise around my flat. I also have issues with my memory and hearing. I need assistance with day-to-day activities, such as prompts to eat and drink, assistance to prepare food, prompts to change my clothing. I can have an issue with continence because I cannot always get to the bathroom in time. I already have a PA who visits twice daily and family who do my laundry, clean my flat and attend to me but I now need more help daily with all activities of daily living. I am a friendly individual, but I am also quite private. Some days I may like to chat but if I have not slept well, if I am tired or feeling unwell, I like to sit quietly and watch the TV. I love music, love to sing, enjoy watching programs about the royal family, the war, antiques, music and films. I am able to speak some Welsh, and it would be nice to have someone to speak to who can speak a little Welsh, but this is not essential. I need someone to visit me who is calm, patient and polite. Someone who can speak clearly / fluently and at a volume I will be able to hear.
PURPOSE OF JOB
I need support with activities within my home; more support for my current PA and respite for my family.
PLACE OF WORK
I live in my own flat in the Rhiwbina area of Cardiff.
HOURS OF WORK
3 and a half hours per week.
30 minutes per day.
I need a daily visit 7 days a week at around 1.30pm each day for a 30-minute visit. However, I am prepared to pay privately to extend the visit to cover other duties such as laundry, changing my bed and cleaning.
RATE OF PAY
£14.70 per hour.
TASKS INVOLVED
• Meals and preparation.
• Make a cup of tea or provide a fresh cold drink.
• Prompt food and fluids.
• Make sure that the telecare pendent is being worn.
• Prompt to dressing in clean / appropriate clothing.
• Assist with personal care and toileting needs.
• If there has been a continent accident, clean surrounding area.
• Check there are no soiled clothes put away in the wardrobe.
• Household duties, cleaning, changing the bed if required, domestic tasks.
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Essential qualities
• Female PA essential due to personal care.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Considerate, caring, trustworthy.
• Friendly.
• Some experience and knowledge of caring for an individual with memory issues / dementia.
• Have common sense and initiative.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet my needs.
• Clear communication skills.
Desirable qualities
• Similar leisure interests, music, singing, photography, gardening, royal family.
• Someone who may be able to speak a little Welsh.
ABOUT THE JOB
Though a part-time job, this will be a proper job requiring a National Insurance number to be submitted. A probation period will be necessary in the first instance. Wages will be paid 4 weekly. You will receive 5.6 weeks paid holiday (pro rata). You will be required to apply for a DBS check at no expense to you.
Please Note: Dewis Centre for Independent Living is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer or be liable for any issues arising out of your employment should you be offered employment.
Thank you.