CDP2781 Personal Assistant to an Adult
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 April 2026 |
| Location: | Llandaff North, Cardiff |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Dewis Centre for Independent Living |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CDP2781 |
Summary
Job close 16.04.2026
Dear Applicant
Re: Personal Assistant Vacancy
Please see below the job description for the post of Personal Assistant.
DEWIS Centre for Independent Living is passing this information to you on behalf of an individual employer.
The application form is available to download from the DEWIS website www.dewiscil.org.uk Application forms can be posted or e-mailed back to DEWIS at recruitment@dewiscil.org.uk
Please do not attempt to reformat the layout or design of the application form in any way, as this may result in it not being able to be processed when we receive it.
You will only be contacted if you are short-listed for this post. Unfortunately we are unable to contact those who have not been short-listed for interview.
Please ensure that you include the reference number for the job you are applying for in the box on the bottom right hand side of the front page of the application form. This is the number on the front of the Job Description.
You can put several reference numbers on your application form or complete a separate application form for each job you are interested in.
We will not be able to accept your application if you do not supply TWO people to contact as referees.
Please also remember to say on the back page of the application form if you would like us to keep your application form on file for 6 months if you are interested in other jobs.
Thank you for your interest in this position and Good Luck with your application!
Yours faithfully
Dewis Centre for Independent Living
Ref: CDP2781
JOB DESCRIPTION
Personal Assistant
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
Lady living in Llandaff North requires a personal assistant to ensure her safety and provide companionship.
She experiences ‘non-epileptic attack disorder seizures’ most days which can affect her balance. The PA will need to provide calm and practical support- helping her into a safe position and staying with her until she regains consciousness.
She lives with her partner and the hours will be used to provide some respite for him.
HOURS OF WORK
4 hours p/w
8.30am to 12.30 on a Monday
RATE OF PAY
£14.80 an hour
TASKS INVOLVED
Hours will be used to provide companionship and respite at the minute but in time, she would like to use the hours to go out and maybe try some new activities. She is shy and quiet and would like to get to know the PA first and build up trust.
PA to ensure she is in a safe position during a seizure.
PA can support with some light domestic tasks if required
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Reliable, committed and punctual
No medical or specialist training is required however they would like the PA to have some understanding and experience in working with people who have seizures. They want someone who will remain calm and confident when supporting her.
The household includes a pet cat, who is shy and generally does not interact with visitors.
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. Support cannot be carried out in the personal assistant’s own home.
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.
Dear Applicant
Re: Personal Assistant Vacancy
Please see below the job description for the post of Personal Assistant.
DEWIS Centre for Independent Living is passing this information to you on behalf of an individual employer.
The application form is available to download from the DEWIS website www.dewiscil.org.uk Application forms can be posted or e-mailed back to DEWIS at recruitment@dewiscil.org.uk
Please do not attempt to reformat the layout or design of the application form in any way, as this may result in it not being able to be processed when we receive it.
You will only be contacted if you are short-listed for this post. Unfortunately we are unable to contact those who have not been short-listed for interview.
Please ensure that you include the reference number for the job you are applying for in the box on the bottom right hand side of the front page of the application form. This is the number on the front of the Job Description.
You can put several reference numbers on your application form or complete a separate application form for each job you are interested in.
We will not be able to accept your application if you do not supply TWO people to contact as referees.
Please also remember to say on the back page of the application form if you would like us to keep your application form on file for 6 months if you are interested in other jobs.
Thank you for your interest in this position and Good Luck with your application!
Yours faithfully
Dewis Centre for Independent Living
Ref: CDP2781
JOB DESCRIPTION
Personal Assistant
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
Lady living in Llandaff North requires a personal assistant to ensure her safety and provide companionship.
She experiences ‘non-epileptic attack disorder seizures’ most days which can affect her balance. The PA will need to provide calm and practical support- helping her into a safe position and staying with her until she regains consciousness.
She lives with her partner and the hours will be used to provide some respite for him.
HOURS OF WORK
4 hours p/w
8.30am to 12.30 on a Monday
RATE OF PAY
£14.80 an hour
TASKS INVOLVED
Hours will be used to provide companionship and respite at the minute but in time, she would like to use the hours to go out and maybe try some new activities. She is shy and quiet and would like to get to know the PA first and build up trust.
PA to ensure she is in a safe position during a seizure.
PA can support with some light domestic tasks if required
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Reliable, committed and punctual
No medical or specialist training is required however they would like the PA to have some understanding and experience in working with people who have seizures. They want someone who will remain calm and confident when supporting her.
The household includes a pet cat, who is shy and generally does not interact with visitors.
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. Support cannot be carried out in the personal assistant’s own home.
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.