PA for Gentleman with Multiple Chemical SensitivityComplex Health Needs(Swinton)CJL-SC-001

Blue Sky Brokers; Swinton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A compassionate care provider is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant in Swinton to support a gentleman facing physical and mental health challenges. The role entails assisting with daily activities, meal preparation, and maintaining a chemical-free home. Ideal candidates are empathetic, flexible, and reliable. The position offers 6 flexible hours per week at £12.60 per hour, requiring transport for errands and appointments. Non-smokers preferred due to the gentleman's severe chemical sensitivities.

Qualifications

• Empathetic, patient, and emotionally intelligent.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing needs.
• Experience with complex health needs is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene and dressing.
• Prepare and cook meals.
• Maintain a clean, fragrance-free environment.
• Accompany to appointments.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Reliability

Emotional intelligence

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated, empathetic, and adaptable Personal Assistant to support a gentleman living with a range of physical and mental health challenges, including Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) – a condition that causes severe reactions to everyday chemicals and scented products.

This is a rewarding and varied role for someone who can provide both practical support and compassionate care, while maintaining a clean, chemical‑free environment.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assisting with getting out of bed, personal hygiene, and dressing
• Preparing and cooking meals
• Changing and washing bedding and laundry
• Keeping the home clean, tidy, and fragrance‑free
• Assisting with food shopping
• Helping to order and potentially collect medication
• Accompanying him to hospital and GP appointments (when possible)
• Providing companionship and emotional support as needed
• Being open to additional tasks as his needs evolve

Specific Requirements

Ideal Candidate:

• Empathetic, patient, and emotionally intelligent
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing needs
• Willing to learn about and strictly adhere to MCS‑safe practices
• Non‑smoker strongly preferred
• Reliable, trustworthy, and respectful of privacy
• Experience with complex health needs (physical and emotional) is a bonus but not essential if you are willing to learn

Other Relevant Information

Important Note on Chemical Sensitivity:

The gentleman has an extreme allergy and sensitivity to chemicals found in many common household and personal care products. This includes (but is not limited to) any item containing fragrance/perfume, paints, chlorine‑based products, disinfectants, laundry powders, fabric softeners, etc. No scented products can be used or brought into the environment.

My Household

Do I smoke? No

Can PA smoke during work hours? No

Pets

Do I have pets? No

Employer Details

Employer Gender: Male

Hourly Rate: £12.60

Hours Per Week: 6 hours per week

How will the hours be used: flexible throughout the week

Employer requires transport? Yes

Advert last updated on: 2025-09-26

Employer requires a PA who can speak BSL? No

BSL Level Required: Not applicable to me