In-Home Personal Assistant for Independent Living

Barrie Bookkeeping & Payroll Solutions Limited; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 5,373,000 - 5,786,000; Part time

Job summary

The Employer in Chester is seeking a Female Personal Assistant to provide person-centred support with daily living activities, personal care, meal preparation, and community access. The role promotes independence, wellbeing, and choice while assisting with routines and maintaining a safe home environment.

DBS checks and employment references are required. Hours are 6 per week at a rate of £13.00 per hour, funded locally in the Chester area.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Personal Assistant or Care Worker.
• Experience providing personal care.
• Knowledge of Autism and neurodiversity.
• Understanding of Long Covid and/or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
• Experience helping individuals access education, training, or home study.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care with dignity and respect.
• Assist with meal planning and preparation to promote wellbeing.
• Support with grocery shopping and household items.
• Provide prompts to manage daily routines and independence.
• Accompany to appointments and community activities.
• Help access local amenities and social inclusion.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good listening

Patience

Reliability

Discretion and confidentiality

Education

Health and social care qualification (desirable)

Job description

The Employer in Chester is seeking a Female Personal Assistant to provide person-centred support with daily living activities, personal care, meal preparation, and community access. The role promotes independence, wellbeing, and choice while assisting with routines and maintaining a safe home environment.

DBS checks and employment references are required. Hours are 6 per week at a rate of £13.00 per hour, funded locally in the Chester area.