Job Opportunity: Self-Employed Personal Assistant
Key job details
Camborne
£15.84 per hour
9 hours per week
Mon, Wed, Thurs to be used flexibly and agreed with the client
Driver with access to their own vehicle is essential
Self-employed
Description
A self-employed Personal Assistant is required to support an active and outgoing female employer for 9 hours per week. She has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair when out and about, with a walker for short distances. With the right support, she leads a full and varied life and enjoys being out in the community.
The employer has a strong sense of independence, enjoys trying new things and values positive risk-taking. She is sociable, creative and open to new experiences, and is looking for a confident, reliable PA who will work alongside her to enable choice, independence and enjoyment in everyday life.
The role combines practical support with encouragement, enabling the client to continue doing the things she enjoys and to explore new opportunities in a safe and empowering way.
The client enjoys swimming and requires a supportive PA to help her enter, exit, and move safely in the pool, as well as to assist with dressing and undressing before and after swimming, enabling her to participate confidently and safely.
Key responsibilities
Provide personal care, including assistance with toileting, dressing, and transfers as required
Support the employer to get ready to go out and assist with getting in and out of the car
Prepare for outings, including packing and managing a wheelchair bag and supporting wheelchair use in the community
Accompany and support the employer to social, leisure, and community activities
Encourage independence, dignity, choice, and participation in new activities
Essential requirements
Great communication skills
Flexibility & adaptability to adapt to changing demands or unexpected situations
Relevant Training/Qualifications
Proof of self-employment in the UK, insurance & DBS check
Driver with access to their own vehicle and business insurance
Data Protection and Confidentiality – follows UK GDPR regulations
Why apply?
If you enjoy supporting others, take pride in organisation, like the outdoors, cooking, and meet the requirements above, this could be a rewarding role for you.
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.