Personal Assistant needed in LS15

UKCIL Ltd.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive hourly rate

Full training and guidance

Job summary

UKCIL Ltd. in Leeds (LS15) seeks a Personal Assistant to provide community and practical support, enabling independence and access to activities. The role covers gym, swimming, events, driving support, and daily errands, with full training and a supportive environment.

Flexible hours and a competitive hourly rate (£13.23–£16.54 per hour) apply, with a Monday–Friday base and extra weekend/evening availability. Training and guidance will be provided throughout.

Qualifications

• Willingness to support a variety of community activities.
• Respect for confidentiality in all tasks.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Must hold a valid driving licence to support transport and mobility.
• Experience in a similar role is preferred (live-in or visiting support) and access to a car is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Domestic care and practical support as part of daily routines.
• Support with social and leisure activities and community participation.
• Assistance to remain independent and manage errands and appointments.

Skills

Willingness to support community

Respect for confidentiality

Ability to work independently

Driving licence

Job description

Personal Assistant needed in LS15

Personal Assistant needed in LS15

• Support with going to the gym, swimming, and wheelchair basketball
• Helping pack/unpack the car and loading/unloading the wheelchair
• Assisting with ramps and safe access in/out of the vehicle
• Support with attending social events, gigs, and trips out

Main Duties

Community & Activity Support

• Support with going to the gym, swimming, and wheelchair basketball
• Helping pack/unpack the car and loading/unloading the wheelchair
• Assisting with ramps and safe access in/out of the vehicle
• Support with attending social events, gigs, and trips out

Practical Support

• Help with shopping and essential errands
• Occasional assistance with appointments
• Some driving support
• Basic support with food/drink preparation
• IT help when assistive tech isn’t compatible

Type of Person I’m Looking For

• Honest, reliable, and punctual
• Respectful, friendly, and adaptable
• Able to work independently and use initiative
• Good communicator

What You Can Expect

• Full training and guidance
• Supportive working environment
• Flexible hours
• Competitive hourly rate

Hours of Work

Flexible and mutually agreed. Some weekend or evening availability may be helpful.

Rate of Pay

Your rate of pay will be Monday – Friday £13.23, Saturday - Sunday: £16.54.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Willingness to support a variety of community activities
• Respect for confidentiality
• Ability to work independently
• Driving licence

Preferred

• Experience in a similar role or lived experience
• Access to a car (over 25s can use the wheelchair-accessible car while working)

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Moving & Handling
• Food Hygiene
• Hand hygiene

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Can drive a motability equipped car