CDP2860 Personal Assistant to an Adult
| Posting date: | 08 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 July 2026 |
| Location: | Heath, Cardiff |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Dewis Centre for Independent Living |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CDP2860 |
Summary
Job closes 10.07.2026
Ref: CDP2860
JOB DESCRIPTION
Personal Assistant
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am a mature, modest male living in the Heath area of Cardiff, I live with my wife who is a big support to me.
I have a diagnosis of Parkinsons and require a personal assistant to support me with daily aspects of my life.
I speak English and Urdu and enjoy low intensity exercise, wood carving and gardening. I use a walker and have use of an electric wheelchair.
PURPOSE OF JOB
To maintain personal hygiene.
To always keep me safe.
To support me to access the community.
PLACE OF WORK
In my home and out in the community.
HOURS OF WORK
31 hours and 15 minutes available each week consisting of –
Morning call 45 minutes
Lunch call 45 minutes 3 times a week on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
Evening call 45 minutes
Bedtime call 30 minutes
Social/Community support
Monday 2 hours 1pm – 3pm
Tuesday 3 hours 12.30pm to 3.30pm
Wednesday 3 hours 12pm to 3pm
Friday 7 hours 9am to 4pm
RATE OF PAY
£15.70 per hour.
TASKS INVOLVED
To provide companionship.
To assist me to access the community.
To support and assist with personal care tasks.
Tidy up spaces after being used.
Prompting medication – training may be required.
Other training may be required.
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Someone who is friendly.
Someone who is patient.
Someone who is trustworthy.
Someone who is polite.
Car driver and owner essential.
Urdu speaking preferably.
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.
Thank you.
Ref: CDP2860
JOB DESCRIPTION
Personal Assistant
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF
I am a mature, modest male living in the Heath area of Cardiff, I live with my wife who is a big support to me.
I have a diagnosis of Parkinsons and require a personal assistant to support me with daily aspects of my life.
I speak English and Urdu and enjoy low intensity exercise, wood carving and gardening. I use a walker and have use of an electric wheelchair.
PURPOSE OF JOB
To maintain personal hygiene.
To always keep me safe.
To support me to access the community.
PLACE OF WORK
In my home and out in the community.
HOURS OF WORK
31 hours and 15 minutes available each week consisting of –
Morning call 45 minutes
Lunch call 45 minutes 3 times a week on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
Evening call 45 minutes
Bedtime call 30 minutes
Social/Community support
Monday 2 hours 1pm – 3pm
Tuesday 3 hours 12.30pm to 3.30pm
Wednesday 3 hours 12pm to 3pm
Friday 7 hours 9am to 4pm
RATE OF PAY
£15.70 per hour.
TASKS INVOLVED
To provide companionship.
To assist me to access the community.
To support and assist with personal care tasks.
Tidy up spaces after being used.
Prompting medication – training may be required.
Other training may be required.
TYPE OF PERSON REQUIRED
Someone who is friendly.
Someone who is patient.
Someone who is trustworthy.
Someone who is polite.
Car driver and owner essential.
Urdu speaking preferably.
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.
Thank you.