Personal Assistant for Active Wheelchair User WC1431

Independent lives; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in the UK is seeking a compassionate and reliable Personal Assistant to support a 64-year-old woman with daily activities, including shopping and gym visits. Key qualifications include clear communication, patience, and reliability. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and may need to undergo a background check. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the client's life, ensuring they stay active and engaged in their community.

Qualifications

• Reliable with good timekeeping.
• Able to follow instructions and work on own initiative.
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard.

Responsibilities

• Medication prompting / administering.
• Personal grooming assistance.
• Eating and drinking assistance.
• Shopping and transportation interaction.
• Providing companionship.
• Bathroom assistance and support.
• Respecting the employer's privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Patience

Reliability

Excellent interpersonal skills

Job description

About the Role

I am a 64‑year‑old woman who uses a wheelchair, is completely blind, and am looking for a friendly, reliable and experienced Personal Assistant to help me stay active and engaged in my community.

My support will primarily involve accompanying me on weekly shopping trips, taking me to the gym, and attending the synagogue a few times each month. You will also help me access other community activities as needed, ensuring I can continue to enjoy an independent and active lifestyle.

It's important that you have clear communication skills, as I sometimes have difficulty understanding. Patience and attentiveness are essential.

I am looking for someone who is friendly, reliable, and compassionate, and who will enjoy helping me stay connected, active, and involved in the things I love.

Duties

• Medication prompting / administering
• Personal grooming
• Eating and drinking assistance
• Other relevant duties as required
• Shopping
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Bathroom assistance

Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard

Notes

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

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. 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 [link removed].