Personal Assistant RGES1237

Independent Lives; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care assistance organization is seeking a Personal Assistant in Eastbourne to provide support with daily living, including dog care, medication management, and social engagement. The ideal candidate will be friendly, patient, and comfortable with pets, possessing a valid driving licence. This role offers flexible hours and pays £20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Friendly, patient, and respectful.
• Comfortable around dogs and willing to be hands-on with pet care.
• Able to work independently and follow routines.
• Has a valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide dog care and attend training sessions.
• Assist with medication and medical appointments.
• Help with daily living tasks like shopping and meal prep.
• Support social engagements and community visits.
• Handle basic garden maintenance and financial support.

Skills

Dog care

Health support

Daily living support

Social engagement

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Position: Personal Assistant

Location: Eastbourne

Hours per week: 8 hours (Tuesday – 3 hours, Thursday – 3 hours, Saturday – 2 hours)

Hourly pay: £20 an hour

Drivers licence required; own vehicle needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Dog Care
  • Comfortable with dogs and willing to walk or support the owner to walk the dog.
  • Attend dog training sessions with the owner and the dog, who is being trained to become an assistant dog.
  • Order dog food; support social outings with the dog (shops, cafés, etc.).
• Health & Medication
  • Fill weekly medication pots.
  • Order medications for the owner and the dog.
  • Remind the owner to get blood tests one week before infusion appointments.
  • Accompany the owner to medical appointments.
• Daily Living Support
  • Assist with food shopping and creating shopping lists.
  • Help prepare meals.
  • Keep the flat clean and tidy, including monthly shower drain cleaning, cleaning kitchen cupboards, shampooing carpets as needed, and using dishwasher/washing machine cleaner every three months.
  • Handle laundry and changing bedding.
• Social & Community Engagement
  • Help the owner arrange visits with friends.
  • Support the owner in getting out and about.
• Other Tasks
  • Assist with basic garden maintenance.
  • Provide support with understanding and managing finances.

Additional Duties

• Administration
• Housekeeping
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Looking after pets

About You

• Friendly, patient, and respectful.
• Comfortable around dogs and willing to be hands‑on with pet care.
• Organised and proactive.
• Able to work independently and follow routines.
• Has a valid driving licence (the customer's own vehicle is available for use).

Candidate Qualities

• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality.
• Reliable with good timekeeping.
• Able to follow instructions and work on own initiative.
• Patient and possesses excellent interpersonal skills.
• Honest, cheerful, and creative.
• Must be comfortable with pets.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

If you are successful in your application for this position, you may be employed by the individual employer or on a self‑employed basis, depending on suitability and agreement, in which case you will receive an employment contract if employed.