Personal Assistant Job reference 11083

Darlington Association on Disability on behalf of Direct Payment Employers; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local assistance organization in Darlington is seeking a kind-hearted Personal Assistant to support an individual at home. This part-time position involves providing personal care, preparing meals, administering medication, and offering companionship. The ideal candidate will be patient, trustworthy, and reliable. With consistent weekday hours, this role is perfect for those looking to make a difference in someone's life while enjoying a warm working environment. Female applicants only, as permitted under relevant equality legislation.

Benefits

Warm working environment

Consistent weekday hours

Build a supportive relationship

Qualifications

• Ability to provide person-centred, compassionate care.
• Experience with dementia awareness is a plus.
• Full training for moving and handling will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care and bedtime routine.
• Prepare light meals and snacks.
• Administer medication.
• Offer companionship.

Skills

Kind and patient

Reliable and committed

Able to provide compassionate care

Job description

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Personal Assistant – Darlington (Ref: 11083)

£12.21 per hour | 7 hours per week | Every Monday

Are you a caring, reliable, and cheerful person who enjoys helping others live comfortably at home?

We’re looking for a kind-hearted Personal Assistant to support a lovely, laid-back lady in Darlington who has a fantastic sense of humour and a love of country music and spending time in her garden.

This is a rewarding part‑time role where your support will truly make a difference to someone’s daily life.

About the Role

Hours: Monday–Friday, 6:00pm–7:30pm (7.5 hours per week)

Pay: £13.50 per hour

You’ll be providing friendly and respectful support with:

• Personal care and bedtime routine
• Preparing light meals and snacks
• Administering medication
• Offering companionship and a helping hand

What We’re Looking For

Essential qualities:

• Kind, patient, and trustworthy
• Reliable and committed
• Able to provide person‑centred, compassionate care.

Desirable experience:

• Supporting disabled people
• Dementia awareness
• Moving & handling (Full training will be provided, so enthusiasm and the right attitude are what matter most!)

Why Join Us?

• A warm and friendly working environment
• Consistent weekday hours — perfect for fitting around other commitments.
• The chance to build a genuine, supportive relationship with the person you assist.
• Female applicants only, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

The successful candidate will be required to complete DBS and reference checks.

If you’re someone who enjoys a good chat, a bit of country music, and wants to make a real difference — we’d love to hear from you!