Personal Assistant for Community Access & Care

Compass Independent Living; Sturminster Newton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Independent Living in North Dorset is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a wheelchair-using, stroke-survivor client in accessing the community. A driving licence is required to use the client’s mobility car, with training provided for hoist handling.

The role includes meal prep, light household duties, shopping, and meeting family members for social activities. The position focuses on enabling independence and wellbeing in a domestic and community setting, offering practical support

Qualifications

• Manual handling (hoist) training provided.
• Driving licence required for mobility car usage.
• Support with meals, light household duties and shopping.
• Engage client in social activities with family.

Responsibilities

• Support a 55-year-old wheelchair user to access the community.
• Assist with daily tasks and mobility around the home and community.
• Prepare meals and perform light household duties.
• Shop for groceries and accompany to activities.

Skills

Manual Handling

Driving Licence

Job description

Compass Independent Living in North Dorset is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a wheelchair-using, stroke-survivor client in accessing the community. A driving licence is required to use the client’s mobility car, with training provided for hoist handling.

The role includes meal prep, light household duties, shopping, and meeting family members for social activities. The position focuses on enabling independence and wellbeing in a domestic and community setting, offering practical support