Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker – Leicester (LE2) – PUR-223-260
| Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker | |
| Job ref. | PUR-223-260 |
| About the Direct Payment Holder | A 27-year-old female with Fibromyalgia and limited mobility is seeking a kind, understanding, and reliable female Personal Assistant. The client requires someone who is LGBTQ+ friendly, mental health aware, and experienced in supporting individuals with autism. While the client has access to a mobility scooter and wheelchair, assistance is needed with personal care, household tasks, and general errands. |
| Hours and rate of pay | 12 hours per week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday – 2 hours each day) |
| Location | Leicester (LE2) |
| 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
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| What you would be doing… | Providing support with personal care
Assisting with shopping and running errands Helping with light cleaning and household tasks Supporting outings into the community (the PA must have a car) Offering social and emotional support during visits |
| Required skills and experience |
The ideal candidate is a friendly, compassionate, and proactive individual with experience in supporting people with physical disabilities and mental health challenges. A good understanding of autism is essential, alongside the ability to offer patient and thoughtful care.
Naturally supportive and empathetic LGBTQ+ friendly and mental health aware Reliable, organised, and patient Comfortable driving and supporting outings in the community
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).
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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 *