Self Employed Care Assistant for a lady 24 hr/wk@ £16.88/hr in Berwick-upon-tweed

UKCIL; Berwick-upon-Tweed; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A retired professional lady in Berwick-upon-Tweed seeks a self-employed care assistant to provide domestic and personal care. The role requires empathy, driving skills, and flexibility, with a total of 24 hours of work per week across three days. As a key part of her support team, candidates should be pet-friendly and share her interests in animals and nature.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Employer-funded training

Weekly fixed hours possible

Qualifications

• Car driver essential.
• Interested in animals and nature.
• Experience in care or related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living tasks including personal care and meal preparation.
• Provide community outings and transportation.
• Administer medication as required.

Skills

Punctual

Caring

Reliable

Pet-friendly

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Self Employed Care Assistant for a lady 24 hr/wk @ £16.88/hr in Berwick-upon-Tweed, Berwick-upon-Tweed

Client:

UKCIL

Location:

Berwick-upon-Tweed, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

221144ee54eb

Job Views:

4

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

A mature, retired professional lady is seeking two support assistants who can drive and provide domestic assistance in Berwick. She has limited mobility and chronic health issues, requiring support with daily living tasks at home. The ideal candidates should be pet-friendly, as she has cats and dogs, and share interests in animals, art, outdoors, and nature.

Hours of work:

• 24 hours over 3 days for each worker, with flexibility possible
• Additional hours and cover for sickness/holidays available
• Self-employed preferred
• Part-time considered

Interested applicants can discuss specific hours and availability.

Rate of Pay: £16.88 per hour (employed rate)

Main Duties:

• Prompt medication administration
• Assist with washing and hair drying
• Assist with bathing preparations and bathroom cleaning
• Meal preparation and kitchen management
• Shopping assistance
• Community outings including driving
• Wheelchair assistance
• Domestic tasks
• Paperwork management
• Basic computer use

Personal specifications:

• Punctual, honest, reliable
• Respect confidentiality
• Ability to follow instructions and use initiative
• Car driver essential
• Pet-friendly, caring, sensible
• Interest in outdoors, animals, and nature

Additional Information: An Enhanced DBS check is required (employer-funded). Work may include weekends and early evenings, with hours varying weekly but fixed hours can be arranged. Training will be provided; relevant experience is desirable but no specific qualification is necessary.

Services provided:

• Meal preparation
• Personal care
• Domestic care
• Social and leisure activities
• Supporting independence

Training: Includes safeguarding, moving & handling, food hygiene, and an essential PA guide.

Transportation: Full UK driving license required; ability to drive a motability-equipped vehicle.

Medical: Safe medication administration training provided.

Schedule, Pay & Hours

Hours per week: 24.0; Pay per hour: £16.88; Schedule includes varied days and times, with some weekends and evenings. Fixed hours can be arranged.