Job Opportunity: Self-Employed Personal Assistant
Key job details
Penryn
£18 per hour
Initially 1 hour per week, increasing when client becomes comfortable
Schedule flexible; either Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday or Saturday – one hour between 11am-3pm
Self-employed
Description
I am looking for a patient, compassionate and reliable Personal Assistant to support me with day-to-day life while helping me remain as independent as possible. I live with Alzheimer’s and can take time to get used to new people, so building trust and having a respectful, non-judgemental approach is really important to me. I enjoy antiques, cars and motorbikes, reading, music (especially Elvis), and talking about food and cooking. Support will include companionship, light household tasks such as washing dishes and folding laundry, preparing meals from ready or homemade food, and gentle prompting to take my medication when needed. I am looking for someone who will take the time to get to know me and support me with patience, dignity and understanding.
Key responsibilities
Provide person-centred support that promotes independence
General companionship
Light household tasks
Meal preparation
Gentle prompting with medication
Essential requirements
Experience supporting people living with Dementia or Alzheimer’s is essential, with a caring understanding of how these conditions can affect individuals.
Be self-employed
Hold a full, clean UK driving licence
Have access to a roadworthy vehicle (desirable not essential)
Hold a current Enhanced DBS
Have public liability insurance
Have a Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) from HMRC
Terms:
This role requests a self-employed person to provide services directly to the client. You will be paid by them and not our organisation.