Ad Hoc Personal Assistant/Driver Wanted DP82

Independent Lives; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Independent Lives in Shoreham-by-Sea is seeking a flexible Personal Assistant/Driver to cover holidays, sickness, and ad-hoc support. The role includes shopping, errands, and assisting with social activities, with on-site duties and local travel.

We value privacy, reliability, and a patient, people-friendly approach. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check if required and will work directly for the employer or via the individual, with potential holiday pay if employed.

Qualifications

• Must respect privacy and confidentiality.
• Reliable with good timekeeping.
• Able to follow instructions and work on own initiative.
• Patient with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Honest and cheerful.
• Committed to high health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Shopping
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Other relevant duties as required

Skills

Respectful

Reliable

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

Honest

Health & safety

Job description

Ad Hoc Personal Assistant/Driver Wanted DP82

We are looking for a flexible Personal Assistant to provide cover for holidays, sickness, and occasional ad‑hoc needs.

The role involves a variety of tasks, including shopping, running errands, and supporting social activities.

If you are adaptable, approachable, and enjoy making a positive difference to someone’s day, we would love to hear from you!

Duties include:

• Other relevant duties as required
• Shopping
• Transportation
• Companionship

Candidate qualities:

• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

Notes:

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required. If the role is offered on a self‑employed basis, you will be responsible for the cost of your own DBS check.

If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self‑employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Job Details

Company: Independent Lives

Salary: To be discussed

Hours: Part‑time

Location: Shoreham-by‑Sea

Working pattern: On‑site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 16 Oct 2026

Closing date: 15 Nov 2026

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