Self Employed Personal Assistant/Carer

UKCIL Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,400; Part time

Job summary

UKCIL Ltd in Maidstone is seeking a reliable and caring female Personal Assistant/Carer to provide support to a 30-year-old daughter with disabilities. This role includes personal care, mobility assistance, and companionship, enabling her to enjoy life and socialize safely.

The ideal candidate must be self-employed, have a full clean UK driving license, and be capable of driving a wheelchair adapted vehicle. Flexibility in hours and weekend work is required, with a rewarding hourly rate of £18.

Qualifications

• Must be female due to genuine occupational requirement.
• Self-employed with a full clean UK driving license.
• Ability to drive an automatic wheelchair adapted vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with dressing.
• Assist with mobility and wheelchair support.
• Support during social outings and provide companionship.

Skills

Patient

Trustworthy

Compassionate

Good communicator

Flexible

Confident driving

Job description

# Self Employed Personal Assistant/Carer - Maidstone - ME15BackApplyJob Reference (ea37ebda)A reliable, caring and proactive female Personal Assistant/Carer is required to be part of a small team supporting our 30 year old daughter who lives with her family in the Maidstone area of Kent. She has a rare medical condition and is a full time wheelchair user with moderate learning difficultiesThis is a rewarding one-to-one role, supporting an independent young woman who is friendly, likeable, has a terrific sense of humour and is a big fan of Little Mix and Married At First Sight. She wants to make the most of life, enjoy her various clubs (without parents!), feel safe and happy and learn to trust other carers apart from Mum!Duties include:Personal care and assistance with dressingAssistance with mobility and wheelchair supportSupport at social outingsProviding companionship, physical and emotional supportSupport independenceRequirementsThe successful candidate must:Be Female (genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010)Be Self EmployedHold a full clean UK driving licenceBe confident driving an automatic wheelchair adapted vehicle for longer distances on motorwaysBe an non smoker/vaperSupport and participate in various activities including physical activities such as swimmingBe patient, trustworthy, compassionate and flexibleA good communicator with a positive attitudeMaintain confidentiality and dignityPrevious care or support work experience is preferred but not essential for the right candidateJob detailsWeekday and/or weekend workBreakdown of potential hours:Mondays - 3.5 hours, local based activityTuesdays & Thursdays - 8 hours, activity day in East SussexFridays - 4 hours, local based activityAny other extra social activity and weekend working will be agreed in advanceFull familiarisation will be providedHourly rate £18ApplicationPlease apply with a short introduction about yourself including:Relevant experienceAvailabilityDriving experienceWhy you would be suited for this roleReferences and an enhanced DBS check will be requiredServicesPersonal CareSocial + Leisure activitiesSelf EmployedTransportationFull UK driving licenseCan drive a motability equipped carSchedule, Pay & HoursTimeMonTueWedThuFriSatSunMorAftEveONAONSONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight SleepHour/Week0.0Pay/hr£18.00Weekly Actual£0Monthly Actual£0Annual Actual£0Annual FTE£37,440BackApply