About the Role
A Personal Assistant is required to provide friendly, reliable support to an adult who wishes to access the community safely and maintain independence. The role will involve providing reassurance, guidance, and practical support when out and about, particularly in relation to sight loss, hearing impairment, mobility needs, and anxiety.
Main Duties
- Support the individual to access the local community, including walks with her little dog ‘Lottie’, visits to town, cafés, and other social activities such as shopping.
- Provide guidance and reassurance when outdoors to help reduce anxiety and increase confidence.
- Offer appropriate physical support where needed, while encouraging independence wherever possible.
- Assist with safe mobility in unfamiliar or busy environments.
- Support the individual to engage with others and take part in meaningful social opportunities.
- Provide companionship and positive encouragement during agreed activities.
Company: Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service
Hours: 6 hours per week. This may be arranged as one 6-hour session, split into two 3-hour sessions or shorter sessions depending on agreement.
Rate of pay: £15.00 per hour.
Location: Cardigan area. (Work to be undertaken at this location)
To be discussed at the Interview / Next stage – Competitive rate (dependent on experience)
Shared Lives Carers are classed as self-employed and receive generous tax incentives
Leicestershire County Council Shared Lives Service
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