Purple Match

Carer /Support Worker Job ref. PUR-676-571 About me An opportunity has arisen for a kind, reliable and adaptable Female Personal Assistant to support a physically disabled woman who is an electric wheelchair user. The successful applicant will provide person-centred support, enabling the individual to live her life in the way she chooses and maintain as much independence, choice and control as possible. The role requires someone who understands the importance of listening, following directions and adapting their support to the individual’s specific needs and preferred ways of doing things. Hours and rate of pay A mixture of morning and evening shifts, with additional flexible hours for social activities Rate of Pay: £14.50 per hour for support at home and £15.50 per hour for social activities and community support Location AL1, St Albans DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check required Right to Work documentation and references will be needed Training Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required: • Safeguarding • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety What you would be doing… Support is required for approximately 2.5 hours during morning shifts and 1 hour during evening shifts, together with flexible hours for social activities and community support. Current support requirements include Monday evening, Tuesday morning, Wednesday morning and evening, and Thursday morning. Some flexibility and a mixture of these shifts may be required. The position is initially to provide cover for sickness and holidays but may have the potential to become permanent. Providing assistance with personal care. Supporting with transfers and the safe use of wheelchairs. Organising medication. Preparing meals and cooking. Cleaning and general household tasks. Laundry and changing bed linen. Shopping and running errands. Putting out household rubbish. Carrying out occasional light DIY tasks. Collecting and returning parcels. Supporting with walks, shopping trips and other social activities in the community. Providing additional cover during periods of staff sickness and holidays. Supporting the individual to maintain her independence and live her life according to her choices and preferences. The person I would like… Be kind, caring, patient and trustworthy. Be punctual, reliable and committed. Be adaptable and flexible according to the individual’s needs. Be a good listener and able to follow directions. Respect the individual’s home, belongings and routines, including returning items to their correct places. Understand the importance of dignity, privacy, choice and independence. Be comfortable providing support in the individual’s preferred way, including following specific guidance regarding moving, handling and transfers. Have previous experience in care work or working with Direct Payments, although this is desirable rather than essential. Be willing to undertake training on the job to learn the individual’s specific support needs. Driving Requirements The successful applicant must hold a valid driving licence, have access to their own car and have appropriate insurance for work-related travel. This position is open to female applicants only due to the personal and intimate care requirements of the role. The female-only requirement is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. 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 *

Job ref. PUR-883-082 About the Direct Payment Holder M is a happy and affectionate 10-year-old with a Learning Disability, Congenital neurological condition and Global Developmental delay. He is non-verbal and communicates using eye contact and hand gestures. M enjoys listening to nursery rhymes on his tablet, sensory activities, music, trips to the park and visits to the leisure centre. He benefits from a structured routine and requires close supervision to keep safe while accessing the community. Hours and rate of pay hours 96 hours @ £13 ph available to be used flexibly, including weekends and school holidays. The working pattern will be agreed with family. Location Huntingdon, PE29 area DBS/Checks Confirmation of an Enhanced DBS check. Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… Provide one-to-one support for M with his daily routine, personal care and community activities while promoting his wellbeing, independence and engagement. Always maintain close supervision, particularly when out in the community, as M may attempt to pick up objects and place them in his mouth. Required skills and experience A calm, patient and empathetic person with experience and good understanding of supporting children with learning disabilities and additional needs. A cheerful and enthusiastic individual who enjoys engaging children through play and routine activities while maintaining a safe and supportive environment. Ability to remain vigilant and safety-conscious, always ensuring M’s wellbeing, particularly when accessing the community. 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*  

Female Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker Job ref. PUR- 523-008 About me I am a working mum with a warm personality and a great sense of humour. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, inclusivity, understanding and respect are important values to me and shape the way I connect with others. I live with cerebral palsy, chronic fatigue and chronic pain, and I am also neurodivergent. These experiences have given me a unique perspective, resilience and appreciation for the importance of the right support. I am a creative person who enjoys listening to music from my extensive collection, playing computer games and taking part in role-playing activities. I also enjoy spending time with my family and my pets. I am looking for a friendly, reliable and proactive Personal Assistant who can support me to maintain my independence and continue participating fully in family life. Hours and rate of pay Rate of pay: £12.71 per hour Hours: 24 hours per week Shifts are typically around 4 hours per day, with working patterns to be discussed and agreed with the successful applicant. Occasional flexibility may be required. Location ROWLEY REGIS B65 DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… .- Supporting me with household chores and day-to-day domestic tasks. – Assisting with shopping, errands and putting away deliveries. – Supporting with meal preparation and cooking. – Helping with laundry and household organisation. – Assisting with pet care for my two cats and tropical fish. – Providing support with dressing and occasionally showering. – Helping me maintain my independence and participate fully in family life. – Occasionally assisting with light gardening and heavier household tasks when required. – Using the Family Wall app to help keep household information, shopping lists and schedules up to date. The person I would like…- Kind, patient, understanding and respectful. – Reliable, trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality. – Open-minded and comfortable supporting a member of the LGBTQ+ community. – Proactive and able to use their own initiative while also communicating openly when guidance is needed. – Organised and willing to use the Family Wall app to support household routines. – Comfortable around children. – Comfortable around animals, as I have two cats and tropical fish. – A driver with access to their own vehicle would be beneficial but is not essential. I am looking for someone who can provide practical support while maintaining a positive, respectful and person-centred approach. 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*

Job ref. Support Worker PUR-194-011 About the Direct Payment Holder L is a 35 year old male with a diagnosis of Autism & learning disability. He has limited communication & understanding of spoken word but is fun to be with, he is good company but also enjoys his own company and being quiet.. He enjoys a variety of activities including banger racing, charity shops, the gym (sometimes), bowling, car boot sales and lots more. L is very able but needs encouragement to try different things. Hours and rate of pay hours 8- 10 hours per week can be flexible – Friday, weekends or any evening during the week. Paid at £12.71 per hour. Extra hours for respite/overnight support are available. Location Cambridge CB4 DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… Supporting L with accessing the community and engaging with activities he enjoys to expand his circle of peers and activities of interest. Required skills and experience Experience of supporting adults who have a learning disability or autism is essential. We are looking for someone who is kind, patient, reliable and consistent. Someone who is calm and a good communicator, someone proactive and who will encourage L to live his best life. If you can drive and have access to your own vehicle that would be great but is not essential as L enjoys using public transport.   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*

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker Job ref.PUR-612-628 Personal Assistant /Support Worker About me J is a 32-year-old man with Down’s Syndrome. J loves football and supports West Ham United. He goes to watch West Ham at the London stadium as well as many England games at Wembley. J also supports Cambridge United and would like to be supported to attend more of their home games. J enjoys attending musical concerts and listens to a wide variety of music, particularly country artists, He has seen Cody Pennington and Nashville concerts locally. J is independent and does not require any help with personal care. He does lots of things with his family but would also like to access activities in the community with a PA. Hours and rate of pay £17.60 per hour 10 hours per week – To be used flexibly; afternoons/evenings & weekends. Location Cambridgeshire, Cambridge CB21 DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… PA is required to support Jack in the community, attend concerts, watch musicals at the theatre such as Cambridge Arts theatre. Accompany J to the cinema, bowling, play darts, swimming and the Pub. J is a member at Impington gym and has a weekly session with a personal trainer but likes to go and use the gym at other times. The person I would like… It is important you have experience supporting people with Learning disabilities . J would benefit greatly from a PA who loves sports, particularly football, as this would support shared conversation and rapport- building. A driver with access to a car and insurance is essential due to location. 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*

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker Job ref. Support Worker About the Direct Payment Holder J is an 11-year-old boy who keeps himself busy and is constantly on the go. He loves Mickey Mouse and enjoys playing with his toys, especially those that are interactive or light up. J is very intelligent and has a strong logical approach to understanding and working things out. J communicates using a limited vocabulary. J has a diagnosis of Noonan Syndrome and is PEG-fed via a pump. Hours and rate of pay hours Hourly rate of pay £15.00. Support hours to be used flexibly during the weekend, mainly a Saturday and the school holidays, with the occasional evening. Location Meldreth, South Cambridgeshire area DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… Support J around the home and help keep him engaged in activities he enjoys. Provide support and assistance during mealtimes, as well as with personal care needs, including toileting and nappy changes. If support is provided in the evening, administering medication may be required. Required skills and experience Knowledge and experience with PEG and pump feeding is desirable. We are looking for a soft, gentle, and patient individual with a bubbly personality and a kind, caring nature. Someone who is able to identify, understand, and manage changes in behaviour, and who is active and willing to engage in and/or support activities. It is very important that you are reliable and have good timekeeping.

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker Job ref. PUR-411-289 About the Direct Payment Holder A is an active, excitable and creative 9-year-old, with a love of all things arts and crafts. A enjoys drawing and creating comic books and enjoys being outside and bouncing on the trampoline. A has a diagnosis of Autism & PICA. Hours and rate of pay hours £15 per hour, 54 support hours available, to be used flexibly at weekends and holidays. The working pattern will be agreed with family. Location Bottisham, CB25 area DBS/Checks Confirmation of an Enhanced DBS check. Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… Supporting A in the home setting, keeping him engaged throughout the day with sensory filled activities. Helping boost A’s confidence, to broaden his interests and support to develop his independence skills. Required skills and experience Knowledge of Autism and PICA is essential, along with experience in supporting someone with challenging behaviours. The person must be vigilant and highly aware to assess the environment and ensure A’s safety. They should have a kind and caring nature, be active, and be happy to get involved in the things A enjoys helping him stay engaged. They also need to be able to assess situations and adjust activities accordingly if A becomes heightened or disengaged.   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*

Female Support Worker / Personal Assistant (PA) Job ref. PUR-188-684 About me I am a lady in my 60s living independently in my own home in Armthorpe. I have spina bifida and am paralysed from the waist down. I use a powered wheelchair and have good upper body strength, but require support with many day-to-day tasks, personal care and transfers. I also have lymphoedema/lipoedema affecting my legs, recurrent cellulitis infections and a pressure wound which is monitored by District Nurses. My family have supported me for many years and I am now looking to build a team of caring and reliable Personal Assistants to help me remain independent and continue living life happily in my own home. I enjoy a good chat and value kindness, patience and a sense of humour. Hours and rate of pay Rate of pay: £12.71 per hour Hours:30 hours per week. Support is required across 7 days per week and may include some overnight support when required. Location Armthorpe, Doncaster DBS/Checks Enhanced DBS check required. Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing…- Providing personal care and continence support.- Assisting with dressing and daily living activities.- Supporting transfers using slide sheets, leg slings and hoist equipment.- Assisting with showering and personal hygiene.- Preparing meals, snacks and drinks.- Supporting with medication and monitoring wellbeing when required.- Changing bedding daily and undertaking laundry tasks.- Light household duties and maintaining a clean environment.- Supporting with shopping, appointments and social activities.- Providing companionship and social interaction.- Providing occasional overnight support during periods of ill health.- Working as part of a double-handed team when required for transfers. The person I would like…- Kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable.- Willing to learn and undertake training.- Flexible and able to adapt to changing daily needs.- A good communicator with an approachable personality.- Someone who can work independently and use their initiative.- Experience in care is welcome but not essential as training will be provided.- Experience of moving and handling, hoist use, medication support or health monitoring would be beneficial.- A driver with access to their own vehicle would be advantageous, although not essential. As personal care is involved, I would feel more comfortable with a female carer. This advert is exempt under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please send your CV, two references and a short covering letter explaining your suitability for the role. Thank you. * Sponsorship is not available for this role * * No agencies please*

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker Job ref. Support Worker PUR-764-996 About the Direct Payment Holder L is 22 years old and lives with a traumatic brain injury following a skiing accident in 2024 (causing right-sided physical issues, balance difficulties, and some cognitive challenges with memory and planning). L was studying Computer Science at university before his accident. He is bright, curious, active and committed to his recovery, with interests including learning languages, maths, computer science, computer games, chess. He still loves sports (he swims, runs, climbs – and is working to get back to volleyball and skiing). And he enjoys getting out and about – for walks, to events, and for trips to cafes and the pub. Hours and rate of pay hours 10-15 hours a week, three days per week, paid at £19.20 per hour (the role is shared with another PA). Monday-Friday – pattern of hours to be discussed (some daily flexibility appreciated). Location Cambridge – CB3 DBS/Checks Confirmation of Enhanced DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… L prefers to be as independent as possible with personal care – he will let you know when he needs support with showering/dressing. Working alongside L to promote and encourage independent living. Cooking/preparing meals with L using fresh ingredients. Supporting L with daily exercises, social inclusion, meeting with friends, swimming, climbing and attending other activities and appointments. Required skills and experience A friendly, easy-going, empathetic, reliable, trustworthy, pro-active person with a positive attitude and youthful mind – this is more important than specific experience supporting others. Someone who shares similar interests, enjoys being active and is full of ideas would be great. Someone who knows their way around a kitchen and can cook simple, fresh, healthy food is essential. Someone who has a genuine interest in supporting others to live their best lives. A driving licence is essential, ideally with access to your own vehicle and business use insurance cover. 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*

Carer /Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-198-045
About me	An opportunity has arisen for a friendly, positive and reliable Personal Assistant to support a bubbly and sociable 55-year-old woman who is a permanent wheelchair user. She enjoys living life to the fullest, having a laugh and spending time with people who have a positive outlook on life. She is largely independent with her personal care but would benefit from practical assistance with everyday tasks, companionship and support to maintain her independence and enjoy activities both at home and in the local community. The successful applicant will provide friendly companionship and practical support, helping with the simple things in daily life that enable her to remain independent and enjoy a good quality of life.
Hours and rate of pay	5 hours per week – flexibility required Flexibility is important as support will generally be required around her husband’s shift patterns. Ideally, the Personal Assistant will be available to provide support when her husband is at work. Days and times will therefore be arranged according to the individual’s support requirements and the successful applicant’s availability.
Location	Bishop’s Stortford (CM23)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check required Right to Work documentation and references will be needed
Training	Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required: •  Safeguarding •  Introduction to first aid •  Health and Safety
What you would be doing…	Providing friendly companionship and social interaction. Preparing and heating meals. Supporting with organising medication. Assisting with opening and closing windows and doors when required. Carrying out light cleaning and general household organisation. Helping with everyday tasks that enable the individual to maintain her independence. Assisting with shoes and preparing to access the community using a motorised wheelchair. Accompanying the individual on occasional short walks into Bishop’s Stortford. Supporting with occasional lunch trips, light shopping and other local activities. Providing practical assistance while encouraging independence and personal choice.

   

The person I would like…

•        Have a positive and upbeat outlook on life. •        Be friendly, sociable and good company. •        Have a good sense of humour and enjoy having a laugh. •        Be kind, helpful and respectful. •        Be reliable and trustworthy. •        Be flexible regarding working days and times. •        Be comfortable supporting a wheelchair user. •        Understand the importance of promoting independence, dignity and personal choice. •        Be happy to provide companionship as well as practical support. •        Ideally live locally or within easy travelling distance of Bishop’s Stortford. No previous care experience or formal qualifications are required. The right personality, attitude and ability to build a positive and trusting working relationship are most important.

  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 *

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-620-429
About the Direct Payment Holder	A gentle non- verbal lady is seeking a kind, caring PA to support her in her own home
Hours and rate of pay hours	Sundays – Essential (other days may be required and will be discussed at interview, these can be flexible   From £16.00 per hour
Location	Welwyn Garden City (AL7)
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…	Duties will include: •        Making smoothies and snacks and supporting with feeding •        Light household •        Interacting with lady and watching films, playing with musical toys and talking
Required skills and experience	Seeking a kind, caring, friendly PA who has lived or work experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities. You should have a genuine interest in supporting others to live their best lives and embrace supporting those with learning difficulties to bring joy to their lives.

  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 *

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker Job ref. PUR-906-651 About the Direct Payment Holder A 17-year-old non-verbal autistic boy is seeking a PA to keep him company in his home and to support him when accessing the community to keep him safe. Hours and rate of pay hours £17.15 per hour 4 hours per week – term time 12 hours – school holidays Days and times to be arranged Location Welwyn (AL6) DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… Seeking a PA to play games and keep company with the teenager. To support with trips out and to take part in activities such as going to the shops, visiting the park and going swimming and horse riding. Required skills and experience Someone who is enthusiastic and kind natured Someone not phased by difficult behaviour and who has experience/techniques to manage difficult behaviour. Someone who likes cooking and enjoys eating Car driver an advantage 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

Female Personal Assistant required – Ely (CB6) – PUR-714-560 About me: Early 50’s female with physical disabilities. Likes to be as independent as possible, in reality this can vary on a day to day basis. Hours and Rate of Pay: 18 hours over 5 week days. May be additional hours when husband is away on business. Rate of Pay: Can be discussed at interview: £12.71+ Person Specification: Help with personal care as well as day to day running of family life. Assistance with practical aspects of daily living. Assist/attend medical appointments. Be willing to prepare food & meals. Should have a genuine interest in the provision of high quality care, be able to work flexible hours and be a good communicator. Possess the motivation to develop trust and understanding within the role. Be hardworking, reliable,  committed, honest and trustworthy.  Have common sense and be able to use their initiative. Flexible Clean full driving licence essential (25+ for insurance purposes) Ability to speak English fluently Be cheerful with a good sense of humour.     Role responsibilities: Support with personal care in a dignified manner,  meal preparation and cooking. Help with medication. Support with everyday chores,  laundry,  maintaining the domestic environment to the required standard. Support with social outings and medical appointments. Establish a close working relationship on a 1-1 basis. Undertake any duties which may be reasonably allocated and fall within the scope responsibility of the job. Needs may vary on a daily basis therefore hours, duties and tasks may alter slightly.   Qualifications and Work Experience: Experience of working with people with physical disabilities 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. This is in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9.  

Female Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-877-955
About me	I live in the community in my own home, with no access to the outside due to my health conditions. My main diagnosis is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (diagnosed in 2008) which means I suffer from excruciating pain daily. This means I am largely bedbound and I am unable to carry out daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, organising my home etc. With the right support in place, I wish to improve my health as much as possible, to the point of being able to spend time outside my home as I love the outdoors. Whilst I am bedbound I spend my time, watching true crime documentaries, YouTube videos and have interest in the Health and Beauty industry as this is what I did before my diagnosis.
Hours and rate of pay	£15 per hour – double rate on bank holidays 2x staff members and a bank.   The two PA’s with the permanent position would be sharing the hours equally.. on a ‘rolling rota’ of 3 shifts one week and 4 shifts another week- alternating between the 2 staff members. 7-hour shifts starting at 1 pm till 08:30pm (30 min unpaid lunch break) We are happy to discuss other shift pattern options with the applicant also.
Location	Thorne, Doncaster (DN8)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing…	You will be supporting me with daily living including personal care, light household chores, cooking, shopping and accessing the community and support with socialising.
The person I would like…	I am looking for a female PA, 30+, who is organised, kind and compassionate. A PA who knows how to run a household alongside me as I am unable to do this for myself. Someone who is confident, and who enjoys spending time with the people they support   You must have  previous experience with adults who have a physical health disability.   Car owner/driver – essential   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. Application questions (please answer in your covering letter)

• What days/times are you available each week, and are you able to commit to these on an ongoing basis?
• Do you have any existing regular commitments that would prevent you from working the agreed hours? (If yes, please explain in general terms.)
• Do you drive and have regular access to your own car for this role? (Essential)

     

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker Job ref. PUR-182-147 About the Direct Payment Holder H is a 5-year-old with complex medical and physical needs, including epilepsy, hydrocephalus, right sided hemiplegia and a rare brain tumour. He experiences daily absence seizures and requires support with his medical needs and routine activities. H is physically disabled and uses specialist equipment, including a gastrotomy and hoist to support his daily care. Hours and rate of pay hours 69 hours available to be used every other Weekends, paid at £13 per hour. The working pattern will be agreed with family. Location Cambridge, CB1 area DBS/Checks Confirmation of an Enhanced DBS check. Right to Work and references will be needed. What you would be doing… Provide one-to-one support for H in activities he enjoys, including watching Disney movies, swimming, going for walks around town, visits to the cinema and Cafes. Supporting H to develop his confidence, communication and independence while ensuring he remains safe and engaged in activities. Required skills and experience A patient, calm person with experience supporting children with complex medical needs. Experience administering seizure medication. Experience using a Gastrostomy (PEG) and hoist. A driving licence and access to own vehicle is desirable not essential   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*