Female Personal Assistant

Brightening Lives; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid DBS check

Refer-a-Friend up to £500

Wellbeing Programme

Employee Discount Scheme

L.O.V.E. Recognition Programme

Surprise Gifts

In The Loop app

Ongoing training and career progressio

Job summary

Brightening Lives in Harrogate is seeking a compassionate Female Personal Assistant to support individuals living in their own homes and communities. You will help with daily routines, personal care, and companionship to promote independence and wellbeing.

Shifts are flexible between 7:00am and 10:00pm, with a minimum of 4 hours during the day and occasional sleep-ins; alternate weekends are required. A full UK driving licence and access to your own car are preferred, and a caring, dependable

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is required.
• Access to your own car is required.
• Caring, positive and dependable approach.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships.
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to different people's needs.
• A genuine desire to support people to live independently.
• Previous care experience is helpful, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and personal care.
• Assist with outings, social activities and independence building.
• Provide companionship and engage in meaningful conversations.
• Help the people supported have choice, control and opportunities.
• Be flexible with shifts and weekend work.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Access to own car

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Job description

At Brightening Lives, we're growing our dedicated team in the Harrogate area for a Female Personal Assistant. We support amazing people to live happy, independent and fulfilling lives in their own homes and local communities.

We're looking for compassionate, enthusiastic and reliable Female Personal Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.

As a Female Personal Assistant, you'll provide person-centred support that enables people to live life on their own terms. Every day is different, and every person we support has their own interests, goals and routines.

About the Role

As a Female Personal Assistant, you could be supporting someone with their daily routine and personal care. You may also be heading out for a day trip, supporting a social activity or helping someone build their confidence and independence.

Sometimes, your support could be as simple as enjoying a good conversation and providing companionship. The important thing is that you will help the person you support to have choice, control and opportunities to enjoy everyday life.

Your support can make a genuine difference to someone's independence, confidence and wellbeing.

Shifts are flexible between 7:00am and 10:00pm. Minimum daytime shifts are 4 hours, with occasional sleep-ins required.

Alternate weekend working is required to provide continuity of care. We aim to offer flexible working wherever possible to help you balance work and personal life.

What We're Looking For

Were looking for a Female Personal Assistant who is caring, positive and dependable. You should enjoy helping others and be confident supporting people in their own homes and communities.

You will need:

• A full UK driving license.
• Access to your own car.
• A caring, positive and dependable approach.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships.
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to different people's needs.
• A genuine desire to support people to live independently.
• Previous care experience is helpful, but it is not essential. What matters most to us is your attitude, compassion and genuine desire to support others.

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

This position is restricted to female applicants as an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

You’ll receive a range of benefits and support, including:

• Fully paid DBS check.
• Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme earn up to £500.
• Employee Wellbeing Programme, including face-to-face counselling, helplines and wellbeing support.
• Employee Discount Scheme with savings on shopping, fuel and everyday essentials.
• L.O.V.E. (Living Our Values Every Day) Recognition Programme.
• Surprise Gifts of Kindness throughout the year.
• Access to our In The Loop app, keeping you connected with your team and the wider organisation.
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities.

You’ll be part of a supportive team where your contribution is valued. You'll have opportunities to develop your skills while making a positive difference to the life of another person.

Make a Difference Every Day

If you're someone who brings care, energy, patience and kindness to the people around you, wed love to hear from you.

This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships and support someone to enjoy greater independence, confidence and choice.

Join Brightening Lives and help someone live life their way.