Female Personal Assistant/Support Worker/Driver (Exception claimed under the Equality Act 2001)

The Rowan Organisation; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support services provider is seeking a Female Personal Care Assistant/Support Worker/Driver in Sutton Coldfield. This role involves assisting with household tasks, providing personal care support, and enabling the employer’s social activities. Candidates must have a valid driving license and enjoy outdoor activities. Flexibility in working hours is essential, as shifts may vary between 8am and 8pm. Training will be provided, making this an ideal opportunity for those looking for a long-term commitment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full clean driving license and be willing to drive an automatic car.
• Basic cookery skills and a willingness to learn new recipes.
• Enjoy long walks and have a fun-loving personality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with housework, shopping, and cooking.
• Enable the employer to pursue interests and activities.
• Drive the employer's car and accompany to appointments.
• Help with correspondence and organization.

Skills

Driving skills

Basic cookery skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Reference: JH/SD/BMH1

Job Title: Female Personal Care Assistant/Support Worker/Driver (The employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010)

Hours: Minimum of 14 hours per week

Working Pattern: Tuesday & Thursday & occasionally Saturday

Hours available over weekends also

Flexible working is required as times depend on what I’m doing week to week. You could be required to work any time between 8am and 8pm although this would not be a frequent occurrence. Rotas would be available a week in advance and open to discussion. Flexibility would be required to cover annual leave and sickness.

Rates of Pay: £12.21 per hour.

Work Area/Location: Sutton Coldfield, B75 and surrounding areas within the community.

Responsible to: Directly to the employer.

About the Employer

I love to get out and about and meet people in the community. I enjoy going to the theatre and cinema. I love the outdoors and visiting different places. I love music and I would be keen to go to concerts again. I have a good sense of humour and want to have fun. I go on occasional trips to London; this would require support from my Personal Assistant (all costs would be met by me).

You don’t need to have any prior experience in care. What matters to me the most is personality and integrity. Training will be given if necessary and I can talk people through how I like things done. I would like this to be a long‑term post so commitment is necessary.

Main Tasks

• Housework, shopping and cooking
• Enabling me to pursue my interests such as socialising, swimming, going outdoors, attending concerts
• Driving my car and accompanying me to appointments and to work
• Assistance with organising correspondence, emails and filing
• I may require support with personal care and dressing
• Any other tasks that are deemed relevant to the role

Person Specification

• Full clean driving license and willingness to drive my automatic car (it has open insurance and is totally separate to your own insurance)
• Have some basic cookery skills, and the willingness to learn new recipes
• Enjoy long walks outdoors and long drives
• Be approachable, patient, fun loving, have a good sense of humour and enjoy conversations

Special Conditions

This role is subject to completion of a DBS check which is a free and confidential service.

This role carries a 3-month probationary period.

This role requires 2 satisfactory references.

Disclaimer

The Rowan Organisation is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer nor be responsible for any actions arising out of your employment.