Personal Assistant for senior gentleman P/T

UKCIL Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 15,388 - 21,916; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5.6 weeks annual leave

Mileage expenses covered

Job summary

UKCIL Ltd in Leeds is seeking a Personal Assistant for a senior gentleman with global aphasia. The role involves providing compassionate personal support, ensuring safety and wellbeing, and assisting with mobility.

The ideal candidate will communicate effectively and be physically capable of supporting long walks. The position offers a pay of £13.54 per hour and 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata).

Qualifications

• Compassionate and understanding nature.
• Ability to communicate clearly using simple language.
• Physically able to support long walks.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day personal support and assistance.
• Communicate effectively using clear and simple language.
• Support mobility and accompany the client on activities.
• Meal prepping and light housework.
• Ensure the client’s safety, comfort, and wellbeing.

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Mobility support

Meal prep

Empathy

Job description

Personal Assistant for senior gentleman P/T – Leeds – LS13

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Personal Assistant to support an individual with global aphasia. This is a rewarding role for someone patient, understanding, and able to provide consistent, person‑centred care.

About the Role

The client has global aphasia and limited verbal communication. The successful candidate will need to communicate clearly, slowly, and use simple language.

The client also has right‑sided paralysis and is insulin‑dependent diabetic.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day personal support and assistance
• Communicate effectively using clear and simple language
• Support mobility and accompany the client on activities, including long walks (often 6+ miles)
• Meal prepping/light house work
• Ensure the client’s safety, comfort, and wellbeing at all times

Working Hours

• Monday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
• Tuesday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
• Wednesday: 9:00am – 1:00pm
• Occasional Fridays as required

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed)
• DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
• Experience in care or support work is desirable but not essential
• Patient, reliable, and empathetic nature
• Physically able to support long walks

Pay & Benefits

• £13.54 per hour
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
• Mileage expenses covered

Additional Information

This role would suit someone who enjoys being active and is committed to making a positive difference in someone’s daily life.