Personal Assistant for a lady 15 Hrs per week £13.00 P/H in NR6

UKCIL; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A personal assistance provider in Norwich is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to support a lady with daily living activities. The role involves meal preparation, shopping, and companionship during outings, requiring flexible hours. Candidates should have a full driving license, be understanding, and ideally have experience with neurodiversity and mental health support. Competitive pay of £13.00 per hour with opportunities for self-employed PAs. Hourly work of 15 hours per week is needed, with further details discussed at the interview.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full, valid driving licence.
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health and disabilities is desirable.
• Understanding of neurodiversity and chronic pain conditions is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation and kitchen tasks.
• Provide companionship and support during outings.
• Support with housework and administrative tasks.
• Encourage daily activity confidence.
• Help and support in and around the house.

Skills

Calming demeanor

Reassuring attitude

Attention to detail

Fluency in English

Good written communication

Job description

Personal Assistant for a lady 15 Hrs per week @ £13.00 P/H in NR6

I am looking for a reliable, proactive, and compassionate PA to support me with day‑to‑day living, household tasks, and social activities.

A Bit About Me

I enjoy films, TV, theatre, poetry, gigs, music, dancing, meals out, country hikes (when well), kayaking/paddle boarding, swimming, history, science, art, podcasts, Radio 4, yoga, reading, and games. I’d love to get back to exhibitions, shopping trips, and group hobbies. Others describe me as articulate, thoughtful, fun, bold, creative, compassionate, and sensitive.

Location

Norwich NR6

Job Description

• Meal preparation and kitchen tasks.
• Shopping and errands.
• Provide companionship and support during outings.
• Support during exercise and swimming.
• Take appropriate actions if I experience a blackout or extended disassociation (ensuring safety, hygiene, finances, food, and household continuity).
• Support with housework and administrative tasks.
• Encourage and assist me in becoming more confident with day‑to‑day activities.
• Help and support in and around the house.
• Any other reasonable duties as requested.

Person Specification

Essential

• The ideal candidate would require calming, reassuring, caring, and patience.
• Understanding of the need for confidentiality in all areas of work, including total respect for my privacy.
• Good memory and attention to detail.
• Fluent in English.
• Good written communication skills.
• Must hold a full, valid driving licence (so they can be added to my insurance and drive my car).
• Willing to share driving duties when taking me out and about.

Desirable

• Flexibility in working hours to accommodate the individual's needs.
• Shared interests, good sense of humour and a good listener.
• Understanding of neurodiversity, narcolepsy, CPTSD, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, and fatigue.
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health and disabilities.
• Mental health and first aid trained.

Summary Terms and Conditions

The pay rate for this position is £13.00 per hour for employed PAs and £15.69 per hour for self‑employed PAs.

Hours and times of work: 15 hrs per week, time discussed further at interview.

The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work I would normally expect to be done during 5.6 consecutive weeks.

A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.

Satisfactory references from two referees, one of whom must be your current or last employer.

Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 6 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Moving & Handling
• Understanding challenging behaviour
• Food Hygiene
• First Aid

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Can drive a motability equipped car

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com