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Personal Assistant (PA) – Swimming Support & General Assistance
About Me
I’m a man in my early 60s living in the St Athan area with my partner (who is my main carer) and our dog. I’m young at heart, have no filter, and a dark sense of humour, so a good laugh goes a long way. I enjoy the occasional drink.
In January 2025 I experienced three strokes, spending several months in a coma followed by rehabilitation. I am continuing to regain mobility and confidence. I use crutches for short distances and an electric wheelchair for longer journeys. I can sometimes become confused or mixed up, so patience and clear communication are important.
Swimming is something I love and, before my strokes, I swam a mile every morning. Getting back into the pool is a key part of my physiotherapy and recovery.
Purpose of the Role
To provide practical support and assistance so I can safely attend swimming sessions at Llantwit Major Leisure Centre as part of my ongoing physiotherapy and wellbeing.
Hours of Work
1. 6 hours per week over 2–3 days
2. Likely days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Rate of Pay
3. £14.20 per hour
Main Duties
4. Ensure I have all necessary belongings ready for swimming
5. Support with mobilising from the house to the car
6. Assist with transfers in and out of the car
7. Support in the changing rooms, including changing into and out of swimwear
8. Assist with access to and from the swimming pool
9. Support with exercises in the pool
10. Assist with showering and changing after swimming
11. Other reasonable tasks may arise, such as:
12. Shopping
13. Collecting medication
14. Light domestic tasks
15. Supporting me to go for a walk
Type of Person Required
The ideal candidate will be:
16. Calm, patient and reliable
17. Flexible and efficient
18. Comfortable around dogs
19. Have a good sense of humour and not easily offended
20. Male PA (due to use of male changing rooms)
21. A driver with business-class insurance
22. Happy to transport an electric wheelchair in your car
Additional Information
This is a part-time role but will be treated as formal employment. Applicants must:
23. Have a National Insurance number
24. Be willing to complete a trial period
25. Be paid four-weekly, including appropriate holiday pay
26. Provide satisfactory references
27. Complete a DBS (Police) Check prior to starting (cost covered by the Local Authority)
28. Have the legal right to work in the UK
Published: 4th February, 2026
Author: Elisa Ip
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