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Female Personal assistant/Support Worker- Self employed or PAYE – PUR-881-522 – Cambridge (CB4)

Carer, Personal Assistant, Support Assistant, support buddy, Support Worker

Cambridgeshire

Posted 6 days ago

Female Personal assistant/Support Worker- Self employed or PAYE - PUR-881-522 – Cambridge (CB4) Between £13 - £18 per hour About the Service User: Personal assistant required for outgoing, mature female. Hours and Rate of Pay: 15 hours per week with flexibility to cover annual leave and other absences. Rate of pay- Between £13 - £18 per hour depending on work status. Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. Duties include Support with personal care. Meal planning, preparation, cooking and food. Provide support to order food online etc. Support with household chores including laundry and assisting to maintain the home environment. Opportunity to provide support during outings. Undertake any duties which may be reasonably allocated and fall within the scope and responsibility of the job. Suitable candidate: The successful candidate will have good communication skills. Someone who can work in a collaborative manner and is easy to get along with. You would ideally have some knowledge and experience with working with people in a care setting, but attitude and personality are more important. Someone who can be fragrance free as I have allergies is essential. Support will be provided to achieve this, but this is essential as it effects my health and wellbeing. You should be hardworking, honest and have a genuine interest in the provision of high-quality care. You will be trustworthy and reliable. In return you will have the opportunity to practice your skills. This post is open only to people who identify as female due to the personal care element of the job and is a genuine occupational requirement.

Female Personal assistant/Support Worker- Self employed or PAYE – PUR-881-522 – Cambridge (CB4) Between £13 – £18 per hour About the Service User: Personal assistant required for outgo...

Job Title	Self-employed Support Worker - PUR-890-576 – Cambridge (CB3)
About the service user	A lives in South Cambridgeshire, when his condition allows he enjoys socialising, art and creative writing. A has a cognitive injury & other ailments.
Hours and rate of Pay	3 hours per week @ £15 per hour (self employed rate) DBS clearance is required
What you would be doing…	Initially you will be supporting me with domestic things, tidying, de-cluttering and on occasion some admin, paperwork & emails. When we get to know each other some of the support will be for accessing the community.
The person I would like…	You will have experience of supporting others in the community, if you have knowledge of chronic fatigue that would be great or, you should have a willingness to learn about it to understand the challenges it brings to daily living. Someone who has the skills to give me support while building my confidence & promoting my independence. You should possess the motivation to develop trust and understanding within the role. Have a quality of gentleness, be hardworking, reliable, patient and trustworthy.

Job Title	Support Worker - PUR-455-838 – Fordham CB7
About the service user	O is an 11 year old boy, who exhibits Autistic traits (no diagnosis) he is dyslexic and has sensory sensitivities such as smell. He loves playing with Lego and has an interest in cooking and art, he has a brilliant imagination and enjoys being outside making dens and things from wood, he also likes trips to the beach in all weathers, he has a keen interest in world war 2 and enjoys going to Duxford air museum.
Hours and rate of Pay	Hours to be used mostly in the summer school holidays – 6 weeks up to 15 hours per week paid at £12.50 per hour. Enhanced DBS clearance is essential
What you would be doing…	Offering opportunities to spend time with another trusted adult engaging in fun activities in the home and community. Developing safety skills while in the community, allowing opportunities for him to make his own decision where he wants to go and what he wants to do in the support sessions, empowering his confidence. You will need to be willing to be interactive and get involved with activities in order to encourage and develop skills. Providing opportunities to socialise with other young people and develop his social and communication skills.
The person I would like…	If you have experience of supporting others with learning disabilities that would be great but is not essential, the following qualities are essential… Patience Kindness Excellent spoken English, to aid communication Ability to communicate clear boundaries is an easy to understand way. Excellent time keeping – O responds well to routine You will need a decent level of fitness as O is very active. Access to your own vehicle with appropriate business use insurance – mileage will be paid. O can, at times, display some challenging behaviour, usually verbal and triggered by frustration, you will need to learn triggers and techniques for managing this. O has the benefit of a smoke free environment and due to his sensory sensitivities if you smoke/vape you will be asked to refrain prior to your support sessions. “Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our customers. Should your application be successful, and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by Purple”

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-130-220
About me	I am a 22-year-old male power chair user who has Cerebral Palsy, OCD and anxiety. I live with my family and 2 cats in Sutton, near Ely, CB6. I am a Doctor Who fan, who amongst other things, enjoys role playing games such as DnD, gaming on my laptop, Marvel, Star Wars, history, writing and politics. I have a great imagination and love utilising that in my writing.
Hours and rate of pay	£13.25 per hour 15 hours per week approx - Tuesday, Wednesday and a Thursday during term time - School holidays are more flexible. Job share considered
Location	Sutton (CB6)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing…	I require support in my family home, including personal care - getting up, getting dressed and toileting. Someone to get my meals ready and support me at meal times. I am hoisted for transfers, so experience of using a hoist would be good, but training will be given. I like to spend time at home but I'd also like assistance to be able to get out now and again and do things that interest me, such as the cinema, bowling, eating out and to attend appointments. You will have access to my wheelchair adapted vehicle, to take me out, so a driving licence is a must.
The person I would like…	You should have an understanding and experience of supporting people with a physical disability and mental health issues. You should have the skills to give me support with building my confidence and self-esteem and promoting my independence. You should be hard-working, reliable, committed, honest, and trustworthy with a good sense of humour. It is important for me to have regular and reliable support workers and someone that shares similar interests to me. I love to chat, so good spoken English is a must. Driving licence essential.

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-948-817
About the Direct Payment Holder	A 20 yr old male living in Marshalswick is looking for a compassionate and reliable Personal Assistant to support him during his weekly placement at Earthworks, a horticultural and gardening-focused day service. He has learning disabilities and autism and is non-verbal, though he understands and uses a few Makaton signs. He enjoys the outdoors, music, and physical play, and has strong gross motor skills but finds fine motor tasks more challenging. Communication requires patience and attentiveness, but he responds well to a familiar, consistent, and supportive presence.
Hours and rate of pay	Fridays, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM (4 hours per week) to begin with. Potentially rising to 6 hrs per week later on - £16 per hour
Location	St Albans
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training	Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required: • Safeguarding Adults/ • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	Must hold a full driving licence and have access to a car with business insurance Comfortable providing personal care when needed Experience supporting individuals with autism or learning disabilities is required Ability to use or learn basic Makaton is an advantage
Required skills and experience	Patient, with a calm and steady manner Empathetic, understanding the client's communication style and needs Positive and encouraging, helping to create a fun and safe environment Reliable and committed to building trust and consistency in the client's weekly routine

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-275-839
About the Direct Payment Holder	A young man with Autistic Spectrum Disorder is looking for a male Personal Assistant to support him in developing life skills, confidence, and independence.
Hours and rate of pay	6 hours per week (flexible days). Hourly rate (TBC)
Location	St Albans (AL1)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training	Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required: • Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	Provide support with reading, writing, and money management skills to assist with his volunteering role at a local café. Encourage and accompany him to activities such as cinema trips, park visits, coffee shops, restaurants, the gym, and using public transport (bus/train rides). Offer social and emotional support to help build confidence in group settings and unfamiliar environments. Give gentle reminders for everyday tasks, such as dressing appropriately for the weather. Assist with simple tasks like tying shoelaces if needed.
Required skills and experience	Preferably male PA. Experience working in SEN (Special Educational Needs) environments such as schools or colleges. Patient, understanding, and supportive in helping build independence and self-confidence. A driver with own car would be beneficial but not essential, as public transport and walking are options. This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).

Self Employed Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-972-862
About the Direct Payment Holder	A young man with Autism and Learning Disabilities requires support with social interaction and accessing activities.
Hours and rate of pay	£25 per hour – SELF-EMPLOYED Saturdays 10am-2pm, Mondays 2pm-5pm, Tuesdays 10am-1pm, 1pm-5pm, Wednesdays 2pm-5pm, Thursdays 10am-3pm Some flexibility around shift times may be possible and extra shifts may become available to cover for carer holidays.
Location	Stevenage (SG1)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training	Training will be provided to fulfil the mandatory requirements needed. • Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety
What you would be doing…	Support with accessing the community and accessing activities like going to the gym, for walks, support at social groups and within the home.
Required skills and experience	Seeking a PA friendly, cheerful and empathetic towards those with disabilities who will enjoy interacting and joining in with activities. Someone experienced in working with those with Autism and Learning Disabilities, particularly in communication difficulty and autism related anxiety and behaviours. Autism/SEN 1 year (required) English (Written and spoken English to a good standard is required) Own car with business use on insurance Driving Licence (required) Please send your CV with full work history

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-107-440
About the Direct Payment Holder	A kind and respectful elderly Asian woman living in Watford (WD19) is seeking a live-in female Personal Assistant (PA) to support her with day-to-day activities and personal care. She is a wheelchair user with restricted mobility and uses a wheelchair for outings.
Hours and rate of pay	Monday to Sunday (Live In carer)
Location	Watford (WD19)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training	Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required: • Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	This is a live-in position, from Monday to Sunday, providing essential support in the home and out in the community. The PA will assist with: Washing, dressing, and personal hygiene Preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner Housework, cleaning, laundry Creating a shopping list and assisting with food shopping Attending weekly social clubs and medical appointments Take out in the wheelchair – need to push
Required skills and experience	Female applicants only (personal care requirement) Experience supporting elderly individuals, ideally with limited mobility Patience, empathy, and a respectful approach Good organisational and communication skills Must be comfortable with live-in arrangements As some personal care is involved, I would feel more comfortable with a female/male carer. This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).

Job Title	Support Worker - PUR-534-601
About the service user	I’m a determined and enthusiastic 20-year-old with spinal muscular atrophy – a muscle-wasting condition that means I have very limited strength across all my muscles. I have little movement in my legs and struggle to move my arms, which means I can be quite fragile. I use a powerchair full-time and currently live with my family in St Neots (PE19). Family, friends, and my girlfriend mean the world to me. I’m often out socialising, going on day trips, catching new film releases at the cinema, or heading into Cambridge to eat at my favourite restaurants. I love trying foods from around the world, but I’m also very chilled – happy spending days at home with my partner, listening to all kinds of music and watching films. Right now, I work full-time; I’m in central London (9–5 Monday), but I’ll be returning to university soon. It’s important to say: this isn’t your “typical” disabled care job. I’m active and live life just like anyone else my age. I just need physical support to do that.
Hours and rate of Pay	Minimum: 36 hours per week Job share open to discussing if we can’t match hours(up to 60 hours total) Context: I’m looking to expand my team slowly for when I move out of home. Overtime preferred but not mandatory • £13.25 per hour basic • £14.50 per hour care rate • Paid annual leave • Enhanced DBS required (or willingness to get one before starting) Current availability needed: • Monday: 6:45am – 7:00pm • Tuesday to Friday: Start by 7:30am until at least 3:00pm (days and hours are open to negotiation) When I return to university, these hours will change to fit my timetable. Work hours will always be communicated in advance – we’ll work together to fit things around our lives to make me more independent. If you’re open to 12-hour shifts, that’s something I’m currently thinking about for later on in my life.
What you would be doing…	Because of my limited mobility, I need someone with me most of the time. This includes personal care, washing, dressing, going to the toilet, and physical tasks like cutting up food, accessing my bag, or opening doors. A typical day involves getting me up, helping me with all personal care, and setting me up for the day – whether I’m working or at uni. You might help pack my bag, let me know what’s in the fridge for lunch, or get things ready so I can make the most of my lunch break (I do physio during this time to slow muscle deterioration). Physio includes leg stretches and lung physio – you’ll get full training from Addenbrooke’s Hospital and from me. You’ll need to use a hoist to transfer me during personal care or whenever I need to get out of my wheelchair (training provided). If I’m out with friends, you’ll be nearby to support with any personal care and make sure there’s somewhere accessible if they leave. Cleaning is also part of the role – like keeping my room and bathroom clean, washing dishes, and tidying the things I use. This role is about enabling me and making my life easier with the addition task being disabled carries to. In the end you will become like family as the job means knowing everything about me as you will have to assist me with everything. There’s no rush with tasks – I spend a lot of time on my PC, so things can be done steadily and properly.
The person I would like…	Prior experience is not needed, but welcomed You don’t need to know everything, but you should be willing to learn. A genuine interest in high-quality care is important, along with flexibility and the ability to join in when I’m with friends – but also to know when to step back when I’m with the boys trying to be cool lol. I’m looking for someone I can build a solid, trusting relationship with – someone who’s honest, young at heart, and has a wicked sense of humour. UK driving licence is essential. You’ll also have the chance to keep up with the latest training in physio and equipment.

Job Title	Support Worker - PUR-298-832
About the service user	I is a 15 year old transitioning female. I has Global Developmental Delay she wears glasses and has tunnel vision due to an eye condition called Ocular Motor Apraxia. I is doubly incontinent. I enjoys computers & XBox games she plays online with friends sometimes, she also likes going out for walks, shopping, supervised cooking and watching TikTok videos. I also enjoys attending Pride Youth Group twice a week.
Hours and rate of Pay	Part time hours available to be used casually weekends/school holidays – £12.21 per hour. Enhanced DBS clearance is essential
What you would be doing…	Supporting I to access community activities, working on independence skills such as using money, travelling on public transport and organising/planning outings.
The person I would like…	Experience of supporting others with learning disabilities is important for this role as you need to be aware of the daily challenges learning disabilities can bring. I can display some challenging behaviour which presents verbally, shouting and name calling, she does sometimes lash out usually in frustration. You will need to learn triggers for this behaviour and have strategies in place to manage the behaviour. You will therefore need to be someone who provides clear boundaries communicated in an easy to understand way. Someone who is willing to be interactive in order to improve and develop skills. Someone who is patient, kind, reliable and committed to providing high quality care & support. “Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our customers. Should your application be successful, and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by Purple”

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-067-821
About me	The Direct Payment (DP) Holder is a 26 year old man with Learning Disabilities and some physical health conditions, seeking a team of PAs to offer 24 hour support to help him live independently. The young man would like support with all aspects of his life including accessing the community and being involved in social activities.
Hours and rate of pay	Full time or part time (20-25 hours) Up to £14 per hour depending on experience
Location	Hertford
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training	Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required: • Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety
What you would be doing…	The DP Holder needs a PA to assist in all areas of his personal, domestic and social life, both at home and in the community. Your role is to support/lead an individual and independent life in the young man’s home and out in the community. Duties will include: Supporting with personal care, household chores and preparing meals Assisting with moving around the home and getting in and out of the car Support with accessing the community and attending social activities and Sunday church Support with communicating – using basic sign language and commands
The person I would like…	Seeking PAs who are reliable, flexible and have a positive and professional approach to offering support. Experience of working with those who have Learning Disabilities preferred, however, not essential as a bespoke training programme will be offered. Driver with clean licence essential (able to drive Motability vehicle)

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-074-529
About the Direct Payment Holder	A friendly, independent-minded 53-year-old woman living in Stevenage is seeking a reliable and compassionate Female Personal Assistant to join her support team. This role involves supporting an individual with complex neurological health conditions, including non-epileptic seizures, movement disorders, muscle spasms, and cluster migraines, as well as respiratory symptoms. She is keen to maintain her independence and lead a fulfilling life both at home and in the community.
Hours and rate of pay	£14.00 per hour - 10 hours per week
Location	Stevenage (SG1) – Weekends Only
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training	Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required: • Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	Personal care Meal preparation and cooking Light domestic duties Community access and outings (shopping, cinema, etc.) Wheelchair use and mobility assistance (mobility scooter also in use)
Required skills and experience	Female applicants only (personal care requirement) Driving essential – use of a Motability vehicle provided (applicant can be added to insurance) Physically fit and healthy – due to moving and handling (e.g. pushing wheelchair, loading/unloading) Friendly, calm, and patient nature Reliable and trustworthy Some experience or understanding of neurological conditions preferred (training/support can be offered) This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-092-650
About the Direct Payment Holder	A wonderful opportunity has arisen to support a 42-year-old man living with mid-stage Familial Alzheimer’s Disease (FAD) in his beautiful Hertford home, where he lives with his mum — his main carer — and their beloved working cocker spaniel.
Hours and rate of pay	15–20 hours per week (flexible across 3–5 days)
Location	Hertford (SG14)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training	Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required: • Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	Encouraging and participating in physical activities (gym, walks, cycling, tennis, kayaking, etc.) Walking the dog and spending time in nature Accompanying him on small trips, exploring new places, and enjoying a coffee in town Playing video games and creating/editing videos using apps or simple tools Providing structure and gentle reminders to help with daily routines Being a calm, friendly presence who supports without overwhelming
Required skills and experience	Caring, calm, and positive personality Patient and empathetic, with the ability to build trust gradually Active and comfortable with physical activity Ideally some understanding of or interest in Alzheimer’s/dementia (training available) Comfortable around dogs – the family’s dog is very affectionate and central to daily life Bonus: Basic skills in video editing or an interest in learning

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