Personal Assistant

Proud to Care South West; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Plymouth is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to help individuals live independently. The role requires supporting daily personal care and household tasks, as well as facilitating access to the community. Essential qualifications include a full driving licence and access to a vehicle, while prior experience in care roles is preferred. The position offers 10 flexible hours of work per week, leaving weekends free for personal activities.

Qualifications

• Full Driving Licence and access to own vehicle are mandatory.
• Experience in care or support roles is desirable.
• Knowledge of local community resources is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily personal care and showering.
• Provide support for medication and grocery collection.
• Facilitate community access, including transport arrangements.

Skills

Compassion

Proactivity

Community access facilitation

Housekeeping

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a dedicated Personal Assistant to help someone live independently and confidently in their own home and support with access to the community. Your role will include supporting daily routines, helping where necessary with household tasks and personal care. If you’re compassionate, proactive, and ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Job ref - PP95502

Working Patterns

Hours: 10 per week - (Flexible - no weekends)

Essential details

Duties:

• Assist with daily personal care, showering and helping where necessary
• Ensure with any mobility issues
• Provide support to collect medication, groceries.
• Support household tasks, such cleaning and keeping a safe environment,
• Facilitate with community access, including accompanying to GP and hospital appointments and arranging transport when needed.

Full Driving Licence required and access to own vehicle

Desirable

• Experience in care or support roles – Familiarity with assisting individuals with mobility or personal care needs.
• Knowledge of local community resources
• Basic first aid or health awareness