Vacancy Details

I'm a lady in my late 60s living near Pontardawe. I live a quiet and gentle life and enjoy reading, meditation, crafting, gardening, being in nature, and birdwatching.

I have several long-term health conditions that affect my balance, immunity, energy, and strength. Despite these challenges, I love life and approach what I can with a sense of humour.

And one final thing: I have a little elderly dog who likes to believe she is in charge of the household. She does enjoy barking at strangers but is much softer than she sounds.

Support is needed with some of the practical aspects of daily living, including:

• Meal preparation
• Shopping and errands
• Light housekeeping and keeping my home tidy
• Laundry and changing bed linen
• Occasional support with appointments and outings
• General assistance to help me maintain my independence

I am looking for someone who is calm, dependable, emotionally mature, and respectful of a quiet home environment. A mature outlook, good communication skills, kindness, and common sense are very important to me. Previous care experience is welcome but not essential.

If you are interested, I would be pleased to hear from you.

This is currently a cover PA position with 2 four hour shifts per week, with the possibility of more permanent hours in the future. A car and driving licence are essential. 

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer. You will be employed by that individual and not Neath Port Talbot Council. To apply for this job please click the “Apply Online” link and complete the registration/application form. You will only need to complete this form once. If you wish to be considered for more than one vacancy or have any difficulties please contact us on 01639 686812 or email pa-registration@npt.gov.uk quoting the reference numbers of the jobs you are interested in.

This post may require a DBS check (the cost of which will be met by NPTCBC). If this post requires you to work with children then it is compulsory for you to have a DBS check prior to commencement.

If requested by the employer, two satisfactory references must be provided. This post is subject to a trial period of 1 month and a probationary period of up to 6 months.

Wages will be paid on a 4 weekly or monthly basis once a valid National Insurance (NI) number has been provided. You must be eligible to work in the UK and your employer will conduct document checks prior to commencement.

You will receive the appropriate annual leave entitlement as well as all other statutory entitlements, details of which will be set out in your contract of employment. You will also be issued with a Personal Assistants Handbook when your employment commences.

You will be expected to undertake any mandatory training identified as relevant to this post. The cost of mandatory training will be met through the direct payment. Failure to attend mandatory training may result in your employment offer being withdrawn.