Personal Assistant (PA)

UKCIL; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support service is seeking a Personal Assistant to provide essential personal and domestic support. The ideal candidate will assist a 29-year-old wheelchair user in daily living tasks and help maintain independence in their home and community. This role may include meal preparation, personal and domestic care, and occasional driving. Flexible hours and a supportive environment are offered, with training provided.

Benefits

Full training provided

Supportive work environment

Flexible working hours

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference

Qualifications

• Willing to assist with various tasks and respecting personal boundaries is essential.
• A driving license is a must for the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and domestic support to maintain independence.
• Assist with daily tasks like meal preparation and cleaning.
• Support with errands, appointments, and occasional driving.

Skills

Willingness to assist with a variety of tasks

Respect for confidentiality and personal boundaries

Ability to work independently

Driving licence

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Personal Assistant (PA)

Location: WF10

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: b41be504

Job Purpose

To provide personal, domestic, and social support to enable the employer, a wheelchair user, to live independently and comfortably in their own home and community. The role includes assistance with daily living tasks, household duties, and social activities.

About the Employer

I am a 29-year-old independent adult living in West Yorkshire and a full-time wheelchair user. I work full-time for the NHS and lead an active and fulfilling lifestyle. I’m a passionate football and music fan, playing video games and I also play wheelchair basketball in my spare time. I enjoy gardening, shopping, and keeping a tidy and welcoming home. I require support with some physical tasks due to my disability, including assistance with driving and getting out and about in the community. This includes attending football matches, music gigs, and travelling around the UK to meet with friends. I also require help with housework such as cleaning, washing clothes, making beds, preparing food and grocery shopping. I’m looking for a reliable, friendly, and respectful Personal Assistant who can support me in maintaining my independence and enjoying the things I love.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Support to remain independent

Domestic Support

• General household cleaning, tidying and washing clothes
• Taking out bins and managing household waste
• Assisting with packing and organising medication
• Light gardening tasks such as mowing the lawn, watering plants

Personal Assistance

• Support with shopping and errands, including trips to supermarkets
• Occasional support with attending appointments or social outings
• Support with some driving
• Preparing food and drinks, for example making and carrying a hot drink
• IT help when assistive technology isn’t compatible
• DIY support

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

Essential

• Willingness to assist with a variety of tasks
• Respect for confidentiality and personal boundaries
• Ability to work independently
• Driving licence

Preferred

• Experience in a similar role or lived experience
• Access to a car (over 25’s will have access to a wheelchair accessible car while working)

Hours of Work

Flexible hours to be mutually agreed. Some weekend or evening availability may be helpful but is not essential.

Rate of Pay

To be discussed during the interview, based on experience and availability.

What You Can Expect

• Full training and guidance provided
• Supportive and respectful working environment
• Flexible working hours to suit both parties
• Competitive hourly rate
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com