Cover PA

Independent lives; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Independent Lives in the United Kingdom is seeking a Personal Assistant to provide cover and back-up support on a bank basis. The role involves helping with telephone calls, paperwork, and preparing for appointments, with flexible hours as needed.

We are looking for a patient, organised individual who can build confidence and enable independence, while offering steady and consistent support. Light home help may be required, but no personal or medical care is included.

Qualifications

• Bank/cover PA role with flexible hours.
• Clear communication by phone and in writing.
• Comfort with paperwork and appointment preparation.
• Right to work in the UK; Enhanced DBS check may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with telephone calls and paperwork as required.
• Prepare for appointments and maintain organisation.
• Be reliable with good timekeeping and flexible to cover when needed.
• Speak and read English to a reasonable standard; maintain polite, patient interactions.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

English literacy

Job description

I'm a 39-year-old male looking for a supportive, organised Personal Assistant to provide cover and back-up support on a bank basis. The role would involve helping with telephone calls, paperwork, and preparing for appointments. As this is a cover/back-up position, flexibility and availability when needed would be important.

The duties and support provided would be the same as my existing PA role, including helping me plan steps, rehearse conversations, and build confidence so I can approach tasks feeling calm and prepared. Some light help around the home may be needed, but no personal or medical care is required.

Knowledge of the benefits system would be helpful, though not essential. The overall goal is to support me in getting into employment and the community, building social skills, increasing independence, and thriving.

I enjoy deep conversations about topics such as cooking and budgeting, as well as spending time outdoors, exploring the environment, and visiting coffee shops. I'm looking for a patient, non-judgemental person who can encourage independence while offering steady and consistent support.

This is a bank/cover position, so the hours may vary depending on when cover is required. The successful person would ideally be flexible and able to step in when my usual PA is unavailable.

Duties include:

• - Other relevant duties as required
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• - Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• - Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• - Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard

Additional requirements

• Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours

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.