Personal Assistant /Support Worker
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Position Overview & Specifications
JOB TITLE Personal Assistant
Background to the job
I am a 57-year-old lady, looking for a carer. I have a wide range of hobbies and interests, including music, history, gardening, art, and cooking a variety of healthy food which I need help to prepare. You must be an animal lover as I have a cat.
I am looking for a PA on Fridays and alternating Sundays.
In addition I am also looking for a bank worker, so would require you to have availability on an ad hoc basis, as there is often scope for extra hours to cover staff holidays, or sickness.
Hours / Times of Work
8am-8am 24-hour shift, which includes a break time of 3 hours, this is usually after lunch, but flexibility is required depending on what is happening in a particular day. You will be required to do a sleep in, however I rarely require support overnight, so disturbances are minimal. There is a separate bedroom for staff.
Rates of Pay and other Benefits
£300.30 per 21 hr shift + double pay on bank holidays.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- To help with personal care, including hoisting in and out of my wheelchair.
- I also require help with basic housework i.e. bed making, cleaning, vacuuming and cooking which I enjoy participating in.
- You will also need to assist me with a weekly shopping trip to Tesco’s on the dial-a-ride bus service.
- I have a cat and you will need to help me look after him.
- Occasionally I like to go out and you will need to accompany me on these journeys.
- At times I have hospital appointments and will need you to attend the appointments with me.
- I enjoy being read to due to my failing vision.
PPE will be provided when it is necessary.
Essential Requirements
It is IMPORTANT that you meet ALL the Essential Requirements BEFORE you apply for the job.
As I require support with personal care a female carer only.
It is essential that you are not allergic to cats as I have a cat.
The ability to be professional at all times and maintain professional boundaries.
Desirable Requirements
The ability to learn about my condition.
A sense of humour and to be a good listener.
Animal lover.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Education Support & Training Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Personal Assistant /Support Worker roles across People Plus Independent Living Services's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Education Support & Training Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £41 - £41 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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