Personal Assistant JD/BB

Enham Trust; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A private individual in Yeovil seeks a friendly and sociable companion to provide support in daily activities, including meal preparation and shopping. The role requires confidence in guiding a visually impaired person and having access to a car. This unique opportunity emphasizes companionship and social interaction, making it perfect for someone who enjoys engaging with others while assisting with daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Access to own car is essential.
• Must be able to guide and describe surroundings.
• Friendly and easy to talk to.

Responsibilities

• Support with preparing meals such as chopping vegetables.
• Assist with shopping and walking the dog.
• Attend appointments and social events.

Skills

Confidence in guiding visually impaired

Friendly and sociable attitude

Ability to prepare meals

Tools

Own car

Job description

Overview

I am a 55-year-old lady who is severely blind, so when going out and about I rely on that close companionship to support me and to be my eyes. I am very sociable, I love to go out walking with my dog, I love music and doing crafts.

Duties

• I need support with preparing meals i.e. chopping vegetables
• Support with doing my shopping
• Support with walking my dog
• Assisting me with attending appointments, clubs and social events

Hours

6 hours to start with, may be more later on

Rate

Rate : £12.50 per hour

Essential Requirements

• Need to have access to your own car
• Need to have the confidence to be able to guide me around, describing my surroundings
• Like dogs

Desired Experience

I would like someone who is friendly, easy to talk and enjoys socialising.

To apply

PLEASE INCLUDE JOB REF JD/BB IN YOUR APPLICATION

To apply for this post, please submit your CV to the following: [e-mail]

As part of our Information Advice and Guidance Service, Enham Trust supports disabled people to employ their own staff. This vacancy is not a role within Enham Trust but an excellent opportunity to work directly for one of our customers. A right to work check will be undertaken before an any offer of employment. All vacancies may be subject to a DBS (formally CRB) check.

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