Personal Assistant for Active Wheelchair User

PA Pages; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A private individual in Melksham is seeking a friendly and reliable Personal Assistant to assist with community activities, shopping, and gym visits. The role involves companionship and personal care, requiring clear communication and interpersonal skills. An Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check may be required. The position may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, ensuring independence and active living.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving or personal assistance preferred.
• Must be able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard.
• Right to work in the UK is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Accompany on shopping trips and gym visits.
• Assist with personal grooming and eating.
• Provide companionship and transportation.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy.
• Follow instructions while being proactive.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Patience

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Job description

Personal Assistant for Active Wheelchair User

I am a 64-year-old woman who uses a wheelchair and am completely blind and I am looking for a friendly, reliable and experienced Personal Assistant to help me stay active and engaged in my community.

Your support will primarily involve accompanying me on weekly shopping trips, taking me to the gym, and attending the synagogue a few times each month. You will also help me access other community activities as needed, ensuring I can continue to enjoy an independent and active lifestyle.

It’s important that you have clear communication skills, as I sometimes have difficulty understanding, so patience and attentiveness are essential.

I am looking for someone who is friendly, reliable, and compassionate, and who will enjoy helping me stay connected, active, and involved in the things I love.

Duties include:

• Personal grooming
• Eating and drinking assistance
• Other relevant duties as required
• Shopping
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Bathroom assistance
• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard

Notes:

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 will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9