Female Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker PUR-019-787
| Female Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker | |
| Job ref. | Two Self Employed Live In Carer/s PUR-019-787 |
| About me | I’m a 62-year-old stroke survivor who uses a wheelchair I have limited movement on my left side. I can usually manage transfers from bed-chair or chair to car and can walk short distance with a stick. My cognition is also affected so my processing, attention and concentration are reduced and the peripheral vision in my left eye is poor.
I have expressive and receptive aphasia and appreciate simple questions and extra time to answer, sometimes I need some rephrasing.
I have OCD and experience anxiety and depression, reassurance is always welcome with things like meetings, appointments, paperwork and decision making.
I am a sociable person my Church is central in my life. I used to play football professionally and have travelled around the world. I enjoy going out for meals, shopping, the cinema, and taking part in village and church activities. I am passionate about animals, especially dogs – I have competed with a particular breed and I ran a dog grooming business, I also had a cat and watching the birds in the garden brings me pleasure.
I enjoy modern technology and use my mobile and tablet often, I have a Firestick on the TV with various applications installed to watch sports, series, documentaries, etc. I utilise Alexa devices and have outdoor security cameras.
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| Hours and rate of pay | £960 per week on a 2 week on 2 week off rota. 2 hour unpaid break daily, note food/meal allowance is not included.
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| Location | St Ives – Cambridgeshire PE27 |
| DBS/Checks | Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work, UTR reference, Public Liability Insurance and references will be needed. |
| What you would be doing… | The role includes helping me with daily routines, personal hygiene, meals, medication, appointments, light household tasks, small finances, and caring for my plants and bird feeders. I need carers who can motivate and encourage me to be as independent as possible, stay active, complete tasks, socialise and take part in village life. |
| The person I would like… | If you have a similar interests as me that would be great.
The role requires an appreciation of English cultural practices and respect for individual religious beliefs.
I am looking for two self employed female carers, I live in a smoke free environment so it essential that you are a non-smoker, fluent in the English language and confident with home technology, you will need a driving licence and access to your own vehicle with appropriate business use insurance (mileage will be paid)
You’ll need a positive, proactive attitude, good communication skills and plenty of patience, with the ability to support and encourage me when needed – for example, getting up on time, walking regularly and eating proper meals.
CV, References, Enhanced DBS, UK driving licence, Liability insurance, UTR number are required.
This is a long term role starting on January 12th 2026.
If you’re caring, reliable and self-motivated, I look forward to hearing from you. As some personal care is involved, I would feel more comfortable with a female carer. This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b). |
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *