Personal assistant job vacancies

Job details

Position

Part Time Care Assistant

Job reference

DF11/09/CW

Hours

Flexible hours available

Rate

£10.42 per hour

Area

A village on the outskirts of Corby (NN17)

About the employer

Independent, outgoing blind lady requires a Part Time Care Assistant with Variable hours.

Main duties

• no personal care involved, you will work together to achieve day to day life – e.g. shopping, housework, assisting with laundry - I enjoy preparing and cooking my own food, and require your assistance to enable me to do so
• basic computer knowledge preferable
• a basic organised manner is necessary
• a full UK driving licence (with use of a car) is essential for any appointments activities etc - Mileage will be paid but excluding commute
• holiday pay is calculated against the hours you work

Additional employment information

No previous experience or qualifications required. However, a can-do attitude, reliability and an easy going nature are needed.

More details about the nature of the job can be talked about during interview.

Full UK Driving Licence and car (Required).

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

North Northamptonshire Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Personal Assistant

Job reference

OD11/08JH

Hours

Monday: 8:30am to 12:30pm and 5:30pm to 10:30pm.

Tuesday: 8:30am to 10:30pm.

Also, other sessions as below that are variable on a casual basis as required.

A regular position with contracted hours can be offered to a suitable applicant after successful completion of a probationary period.

Rate

£10.42 per hour for hourly paid sessions.

£213.84 per day (24 hours including attentive ‘waking night’) worked in 1 day or more usually 2 day sessions, mainly at weekends.

Area

Wellingborough

About the employer

The employer is an autistic young man with learning difficulties living at home with his mother.

He has been supported by a small team of PAs and now has need for extra support with both hourly paid sessions and weekend respite support.

Main Duties

• to enable the employer to participate in the wider community by providing companionship, stimulation, and supervision
• to provide the same support in his home and elsewhere providing his mother with respite and support from her role as his main carer
• assisting the employer to pursue his leisure interests by accompanying him to leisure venues while always ensuring his safety and comfort
• for these sessions the successful applicant will have a reliable, safe car - Mileage expenses will be paid at 40p per mile for these duties
• for overnight, weekend sessions it is not essential that the applicant is a car driver
• support with activities that include elements of exercise eg accompanying on walks around the local area
• assisting with snacks and drinks as prescribed by his mother - The employer has Prader-Willi Syndrome and needs support to manage his relationship with food particularly in the home where duties will include ensuring that the kitchen and pantries are secured after mealtimes
• assisting with personal care if needed - this would normally be associated with ensuring that he is dressed appropriately for either inside the house or outdoors
• supporting with meal preparation and associated routines including clearing away and washing up
• hoovering, cleaning, ironing and other house-keeping tasks to give his mother, who is his full-time carer, respite
• any other task which the employer may reasonably ask you to do which falls within the scope of the job as a Personal Assistant

Additional employment information

The successful applicant will be friendly, able to give empathetic support, while also capable of managing behaviour that is sometimes challenging.

The employer is autistic and is upset by changes to his routine. In particular the occasions when a PA does not attend work at the time(s) agreed he finds very stressful.

For this reason, reliable persons are sought who are punctual and understand the need to give notice in good time if they have cause to cancel their work commitment.

Meal preparation and ‘batch cooking’ duties offer opportunity for someone with a flair for Asian cooking including Thai recipes to support the employer with management of his nutritional needs by providing attractive meal options.

Must be flexible, trustworthy, and active with a good sense of humour.

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

Northamptonshire County Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Personal Assistant

Job reference

TT07/13/DR

Hours

Total of 6 hours and 45 minutes a week.

Days and times to be discussed - can be flexible.

Rate

£10.42 per hour

Area

Wellingborough (NN8 Area)

About the employer

I am a lady living in the NN8 area. I live in supported living accommodation, and I’m supported to make use of my home safely. I have short term memory resulting from a stroke and an eyesight problem (which is mild). I can walk independently but I can be slow and cannot stand for long hours. I would like to employ a PA to support me with social activities.

Main duties

• to support and assist with going swimming once a week
• to support and assist with going to the cinema
• to support and assist with showering
• to support and assist with my love of make-up
• to support and assist when going to pub quizzes
• to support and assist if I want to go on holiday
• to support me when looking for future activities

PA will need to have their own transport as driver essential within this role.

Additional employment information

The role requires close personal contact with an individual who is extremely vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission. Preference may be given to applicants who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Careful consideration will be given to applicants who can show the vaccination is not suitable for them on reasonable grounds.

Full references and DBS check will be required.

Must be flexible, trustworthy and active.

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

North Northamptonshire Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Personal Care Assistant

Job reference

MB02/98/KE

Hours

A range of shifts available:

• Mondays 2pm to 9pm (7 hours)
• Tuesdays 7am to 2pm (7 hours)
• Thursdays 2pm to 9pm (7 hours)

And an alternating weekend shift:

• Friday 7am to Monday 7am

Also, a total of 72 hours worked on alternate weekends is available, allowing you to complete 2 weeks work in one weekend. Worked in conjunction with an existing PA, with 1 weekend on, 1 weekend off. Sleeping accommodation is provided but the assistant may be required to assist me during the night. This role includes PAID sleeping hours. This shift could be worked by 1 or 2 assistants sharing the hours.

For all shifts:

• potential for extra hours to cover for staff holidays and sickness but these can be arranged as requested

Rate

£10.42 per hour if aged over 23 years
£10.18 per hour if aged under 23 years

Area

Kettering (NN16 Area)

About the employer

I am a disabled gentleman in Kettering (wheelchair dependant) who requires help with day to day living in my own home. I am looking for a reliable (or two) flexible and honest persons to join my current team of assistants. Ideally previous experience of care work would be a requisite but also of importance to me is that the applicant has a good sense of humour, a caring nature and is reliable. Paid training in the form of shadow shifts is available.

Main duties

• personal care and assistance (some manual handling is required)
• helping me in and out of bed using a hoist or rotor stand - Training will be given
• preparing meals and drinks and helping me to eat
• assisting me in the shower / toilet and help with dressing
• ensuring that I take my medication at the right time
• domestic work (cleaning, washing, ironing etc)
• driving me in my own vehicle for shopping, appointments and social occasions
• helping me to stay social and engaged in life outside of my home
• any other task which the employer may reasonably ask you to do which falls within the scope of the job as a Personal Assistant

Additional employment information

Previous experience of care work would be a requisite but also of importance are the following qualities and training will be given where required.

The successful applicant will be friendly, able to give empathetic support, while respecting the employer’s independence but also able to take instruction.

A can-do attitude, reliability and honesty are essential.

Full driving licence holder essential, to drive my motability vehicle.

Must be flexible, trustworthy and active with a good sense of humour.

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

North Northamptonshire Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Personal Assistant

Job reference

JA08/11/DR

Hours

Average of 21 hours per week based on a 4 week rolling rota over 7 days – to include:

• early and late shifts
• 1 to 2 sleep ins per week
• 1 weekend every 4 weeks

Rate

£12.50 per hour
£50 per sleep in

Area

Corby (NN18 Area)

About the employer

The employer is a young gentleman living in the NN18 area. A Personal Assistant (PA) is sought to support him in all aspects of his life and encourage him to live as independent a life as possible.

The gentleman has autism and ADHD and can, sometimes show anxiety and the PA will need to support him through this.

Main duties

• to attend and support the gentleman to take part in regular social activities: cinema / bowling / snooker / eating out / swimming / trampolining
• transport to and from day centres and activities
• support to explore and try new activities
• manage medication – ordering and collection
• attend medical and personal care appointments
• complete housework and care of his home
• support with managing finances
• maintain his personal care and hygiene
• manage the anxieties he feels with changes to his day
• complete daily recording paperwork
• work as part of a small team

Additional employment information

Full references and DBS check will be required.

Full UK driving licence will be required.

Must be flexible, trustworthy and active with a good sense of humour.

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

North Northamptonshire Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Personal Assistant

Job reference

TA11/09/DR

Hours

Total of 8 hours a week. 2 x 4 hours during the day. Days and times to be discussed and agreed but with some flexibility if possible to accommodate specific activity timings – e.g. cinema showings.

Rate

£11 per hour

Area

Wellingborough (NN8 Area)

About the employer

The employer is a young gentleman living in the NN8 area. A Personal Assistant (PA) is sought to support and encourage him to live an independent life enabling him to enjoy his pastimes, expand his leisure opportunities and activities. The role will also include support with household chores.

The gentleman has epilepsy and does occasionally have tonic clonic seizures (4 to 5 a year) and the PA will need to support him through these. The gentleman can be quite outspoken so his PA would need to be able to manage this. He can also have low moods and needs a lot of encouragement to motivate him.

Main duties

• to attend and support the gentleman to take part in regular social activities: cinema / bowling / snooker / eating out
• support to explore and try new activities
• manage medication – ordering and collection
• attend medical appointments
• complete housework and care of his home
• attend the gym – take part in regular exercise (walking)
• maintain his personal care and hygiene
• manage the anxieties he feels with changes to his day

Additional employment information

Full references and DBS check will be required.

Must be flexible, trustworthy and active with a good sense of humour.

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

North Northamptonshire Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Personal Assistant

Job reference

NS02/08/CW

Hours

10 hours over 2 weeks used as follows; 7am to 8am start for 2 hours on weekdays, alternate days over a 2 week period, i.e. Monday, Wednesday and Friday one week; Tuesday and Thursday second week.

Additional hours maybe available for emergency cover.

Also the possibility of some additional ½ hour afternoon visits.

Rate

£10.42 per hour

Area

Mears Ashby, NN6 Area

About the employer

I am a C6 quadriplegic gentleman wheelchair user, looking for a PA to support me with the following tasks.

Main duties

• to assist me with washing, dressing and personal hygiene
• to include transferring me from bed to wheelchair with the use of a slide sheet
• to prepare breakfast / lunches and clear away afterwards
• if afternoon visit required it will be to empty catheter bag
• any other task which the employer may reasonably ask you to do which falls within the scope of the job as a Personal Assistant

Additional employment information

The successful applicant will be friendly, able to give empathetic support, while respecting the employer’s independence but also able to take instruction.

The role requires close personal contact with an individual who is extremely vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission. Preference may be given to applicants who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Careful consideration will be given to applicants who can show the vaccination is not suitable for them on reasonable grounds.

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

North Northamptonshire Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Personal Assistant

Job reference

JC06/13/CW4

Hours

25 hour per week, or 2 PA’s completing 12.5 hours each, days and times will be discussed and mutually agreed at interview, additional available for cover as required.

Rate

£10.42 per hour for employed PA under PAYE
£12.60 per hour for self-employed PA’s (evidence of self-employment and Liability Insurance will be required)

Area

Corby

About the employer

The employer is a visually impaired lady, with diabetes, asthma and some mobility issues therefore uses a wheelchair. She lives with her teenage son.

A personal assistant is sought to support her continued independent life enabling her to enjoy her pastimes and also to assist her with her routine.

Main duties

• to assist the employer in the preparation and cooking of batch meals
• cleaning and tidying the kitchen afterwards, as necessary
• supporting with the employer’s attendance of occasional, local outpatient appointments
• support with completing the shopping
• social inclusion - to support when out in the community when the employer is using her mobility scooter or electric wheelchair
• car owner / driver essential for further a field trips, mileage will be paid (excluding commute) - if job split just 1 PA able to drive required
• general household tasks, vacuuming, dusting, hanging washing out etc.
• support with paperwork, reading letters, emails, some computer knowledge would be preferable
• prompt with medication, ensure my medications has been taken
• any other task which the employer may reasonably ask you to do which falls within the scope of the job as a Personal Assistant

Additional employment information

The successful applicant will be friendly, able to give empathetic support, while respecting the employer’s independence but also able to take instruction.

A can-do attitude and aptitude to assist the employer.

Must be flexible, trustworthy and active with a good sense of humour.

The role requires close personal contact with an individual who is extremely vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission. Preference may be given to applicants who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Careful consideration will be given to applicants who can show the vaccination is not suitable for them on reasonable grounds.

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

North Northamptonshire Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Personal Assistant

Job reference

NA12/08/CW

Hours

14 to 16 hours per week Monday to Friday.
2 hours each afternoon from Midday to 2pm.
Plus additional hours to be used flexibly over the week.
Some flexibility in the times, additional hours available when required with notice.

Rate

£10.42 per hour

Area

Rushden

About the employer

A gentleman following a stroke requires support with the following.

Main duties

• to assist with general household tasks i.e. vacuuming, tidying, cleaning bathroom / kitchen, washing and ironing etc.
• on occasion help with cooking, or preparing sandwiches
• personal care on occasion to assist with dressing
• once a week to assist me with my shopping taking me and helping me pack and unpack again at home or on occasion taking me out for social activities or visiting friends or relatives
• support with attending GP’s attending
• banked hours may be used for trips further afield to be discussed at interview
• a car owner is therefore essential
• any other task which the employer may reasonably ask you to do which falls within the scope of the job as a Personal Assistant

Additional employment information

The role requires close personal contact with an individual who is extremely vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission. Preference may be given to applicants who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Careful consideration will be given to applicants who can show the vaccination is not suitable for them on reasonable grounds.

The successful applicant will be friendly, able to give empathetic support, while respecting the employer’s independence but also able to take instruction.

Must be flexible, trustworthy with a good sense of humour.

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

North Northamptonshire Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Self Employed Personal Assistant / Support Worker

Job reference

PC10/09/KE2

Hours

Times and days flexible, to suit both candidate and person.
Up to 16 hours per week.
Additional flexible hours may be required which may include Sundays on occasion.
Please read the person description below.

Rate

£12 per hour to £14 per hour, depending on experience.

Area

Corby (NN18 Area)

About the person

A contract to provide services is offered, to fulfil the duties of a Personal Assistant to an independent, visually impaired person, with a young outlook on life.

The person contracted should be officially registered as self-employed with HMRC and be responsible for correctly reporting and paying their own income tax and national insurance contributions to HMRC.

I am looking for a reliable, caring, respectful, non-judgmental and friendly person who is calm and has a good sense of humour.

You must be able to drive and be comfortable around animals, especially dogs and cats.

You will be assisting with cleaning, appointments, shopping, walking the dogs, meal preparation and planning, reading information, completing forms and a whole host of varied tasks in and outside of the home and so ensuring that I can keep my independence whilst living in my own home.

The rate of pay is good, and the hours can be negotiated and be flexible.

You will need to have a DBS or be willing to undertake one. You must have further ID, valid references and be Covid-19 compliant.

You should have experience in the care field, although this is not essential.

You will be resilient, observant and with the ability to follow instructions. You should have good communication skills, with a proven track record of being reliable and punctual and a willingness to go the extra mile.

Training and guidance will be given.

The role is based in a village near Corby.

Trust and total confidentiality with respect to all matters is essential.

Main duties

The varied duties when required will include:

• assisting with the care of my guide dog and my other pets, including help with walking, feeding and cleaning
• assisting with the basic upkeep and tidying of my garden and outdoor areas
• helping with all household tasks that require sighted assistance, which will include sewing, ironing, and putting away of laundry - Cleaning and tidying within the house maintaining a habitable, safe environment
• help with preparing meals, including labelling of food containers and organising the same such as to aid a visually impaired person
• help with all tasks necessary for the above
• sighted assistance with setting up and using various equipment within the home and office
• assistance with all written material, correspondence, completing forms where necessary
• guiding and being aware of giving verbal information to a visually impaired person about the environment when indoors and out travelling
• driving me to and from events/venues, medical appointments, vet appointments and shopping trips
• assistance with correspondence and any other reading and writing tasks, which may be required to support a visually impaired person e.g. reading information on food and cleaning items, signage etc.
• assist with care of animals and vet trips, as and when required
• accompanying on walks in the countryside / parks, various places of interest and local, national events, plus accompanying on theatre, cinema concerts and evening classes
• support to attend meetings and social events where necessary
• any other task which may reasonably be asked of someone providing the services of a Personal Assistant

Additional information

PA support worker to assist a registered blind person to maintain their independence in and out of the home. Including assisting with the care of cats and dogs so must be comfortable around animals.

I work with some flexibility so you will be able to plan your own schedule around my support needs.

The applicant must be a competent driver with the use of a reliable car. Mileage expenses will be paid for these duties (excluding commute). Local knowledge and access to the use of a SatNav are essential.

Being comfortable around animals is essential.

It is important that the applicant can provide these services at times requested, when given reasonable notice, so a flexible approach is needed.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Personal Assistant

Job reference

JB10/08/KE2

Hours

20 hours per week worked as follows:

• Monday 10am to 4pm
• Wednesday 10am to 4pm
• Friday 10am to 4pm

The two remaining hours to be used flexibly to meet the employer’s needs.

Rate

£10.42 per hour

Area

Kings Cliffe, Peterborough PE8 area

About the employer

The employer is a young man with mild learning difficulties needing support to attend out-patient appointments and with his leisure time activities.

Main duties

• accompany the employer when attending out-patient appointments
• leisure time drives out on shopping trips, to coffee bars and other social venues, ensuring the employer’s safety and enjoyment at all times
• there is no personal care involved
• any other task which the employer may reasonably ask you to do which falls within the scope of the job as a Personal Assistant.

Additional employment information

The successful applicant will be reliable and trustworthy with the use of a car.

A cheerful disposition whilst being responsible and happy to provide companionship and friendly conversation while supervising and ensuring the employer’s safety.

A car driver and owner is essential. Mileage expenses will be paid (excluding commute).

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

North Northamptonshire Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.

Job details

Position

Personal Assistant

Job reference

PJ02/10/KE

Hours

16 hours per week, worked Mondays to Thursdays.

A small number of additional hours may be required on occasion.

Start time is 9am – but this can be flexible. Finish time is not stated as it all depends on the duties on a particular day. This will be discussed in more detail at interview.

Additional weekend hours to cover the other PA’s holiday or sickness may be available / required. This will also be discussed at interview stage.

Rate

£10.45 per hour

Area

Broughton, Kettering (NN14 area)

About the employer

The employers are a husband and wife living in their family home in Broughton.

The lady is a wheelchair user and has mobility issues and a physical disability. The gentleman has a brain injury and memory deficit.

Main duties

• personal care as required
• household duties including laundry, ironing and general cleaning
• support with food preparation and making hot / cold drinks
• to take the lady to various local outpatient appointments and to enable her to access the community, visit the shops and garden centres or to go for a coffee etc. A car owner / driver is therefore preferred. As she is a wheelchair user, you will need to have a car with a big enough boot to accommodate her wheelchair. Mileage will be paid privately, at 40p per mile, excluding commute
• the additional 2 hours, mentioned above, are to be used to take the gentleman shopping, where you will support, prompt and assist him throughout. Please be advised that these 2 hours are be shared with the weekend carer, so it may be you that takes him, or it may be the weekend carer, depending on the day of the week. This will be decided on a week by week basis so that it best suits the family. Again, a car owner / driver for this is preferred
• assist the lady with the monitoring of her SAT’s and her blood sugar levels - Training and guidance will be given
• confidentiality and discretion is essential at all times
• any other task which the employers may reasonably ask you to do which falls within the scope of the job as a Personal Assistant

Additional employment information

The successful applicant will be friendly, able to give empathetic support, while respecting the employers independence but also able to take instruction.

The lady uses permanent oxygen – therefore you need to be a non-smoker.

The family have 5 small dogs (no pet care is required), if you are uncomfortable around dogs, they can be shut away.

The couple’s autistic daughter also lives with them in their home. You will not be supporting the daughter, however, a working knowledge of autism and a calm, understanding nature would be highly beneficial.

You must be flexible, trustworthy and active with a good sense of humour.

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting. The Council is not the employer.

Job details

Position

Personal Assistant

Job reference

EF03/07/KE

Hours

9 hours per week worked on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday (3 hours per day). Start time negotiable.
The possibility of an additional 10 hours (making a total of 19 hours per week) may become available in the future.

Rate

£10.42 per hour

Area

Corby (NN17 Area)

About the employer

The employer is a lady living in her home in Corby. A personal assistant is sought to support her continued independent life.

Main duties

• support with shopping trips and accessing the community, therefore a full driving licence and use of a reliable car is essential - Mileage will be paid (minus the commute)
• to accompany the Employer to her regular swimming pool - You will need to be a competent swimmer / confident in the water as you will need to be in the pool with the employer whilst she swims
• general light household duties (dusting, vacuuming, washing up, laundry etc.)
• provide pet care to the Employer’s four, caged, pet rats
• no personal care is required at the moment, but this may change in the future
• any other task which the employer may reasonably ask you to do which falls within the scope of the job as a Personal Assistant

Additional employment information

The successful applicant will be friendly and able to give empathetic support, while respecting the employer’s independence but also able to take instruction.

Must be flexible, trustworthy and active with a good sense of humour.

You will be directly employed by the person (or their representative) that you will be assisting.

The Council is not the employer.

Sponsorship cannot be provided by individual employers. Your right to work in the UK must be confirmed already.