Flexible Part-Time Personal Assistant (Dog-Lover Essential) ES1231

Independent lives; Uckfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Uckfield is seeking a compassionate and reliable Personal Assistant for a flexible part-time role. The position involves offering companionship, providing transportation for errands and leisure activities, and caring for a much-loved dog. Ideal candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills and be comfortable working with pets. Previous experience is not required; a caring attitude is key.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable with pets.
• Respectful of employer’s privacy and confidentiality.
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and help with outings.
• Transport the dog or owner as needed.
• Perform other relevant duties as required.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Excellent interpersonal skills

Job description

About the role

Are you a compassionate, reliable individual looking for a flexible part‑time role where no two days are the same? We are building a small, trusted team of Personal Assistants to provide occasional but meaningful support—typically once every two weeks (currently every three weeks) with the potential for more regular hours as we find the right people. This role is ideal for someone who values connection and variety in their work.

You'll be offering companionship, helping with outings, and providing transportation—whether it’s running errands, heading out for a walk, or enjoying a relaxed afternoon somewhere new. While Thursday afternoons are currently the most common time we need help, we’re very flexible and happy to discuss and arrange hours that work for both sides. Because this role involves spending time with a much‑loved dog, being a genuine dog lover is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship, help with outings, and provide transportation for errands, walks, or leisure activities.
• Spend time with a much‑loved dog.
• Transportation of the dog or owner as needed.
• Other relevant duties as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Respectful of the employer’s privacy and confidentiality.
• Reliable with good timekeeping.
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative.
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised.
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties.
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be comfortable with pets.
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety.
• Non‑smoker preferred or willing to refrain from smoking during working hours.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

Equality and Diversity

Disability Confident – A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high‑volume, seasonal and high‑peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non‑disabled people. For more details please go to .