Personal Care Assistant

Job Title

Personal Assistant / Support Worker

West Hamstead area

Overview

A reliable, respectful, and adaptable Personal Assistant (PA) / Support Worker is required to provide flexible, person-centred support to an adult with physical disabilities living independently. The role combines home-based support, community access, and light cleaning tasks, adjusted weekly based on needs.

One main PA and one backup PA/support worker are sought to ensure consistency and flexibility.

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About the Role

This position suits a calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent individual who can work in a quiet, respectful environment. The ideal candidate is observant, organised, and able to adapt to changing needs while maintaining a professional and supportive presence.

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Key Responsibilities

Home & Personal Support

Meal preparation, batch cooking, and light food support

Laundry, bed making, and household organisation

Supporting daily routines, appointments, and planning

Personal care (e.g. grooming, hair, nails)

Assistance with therapy exercises and mobility support

Running errands, food shopping, and admin tasks

Monitoring supplies and noting completed/outstanding tasks

Community Access

Attending appointments and social activities

Collecting prescriptions, shopping, and deliveries

Supporting outings, travel, and occasional holidays

Cleaning Duties (primarily Thursdays & Sundays)

General cleaning (kitchen, bathroom, living areas)

Hoovering, mopping, dusting, and sanitising surfaces

Laundry and changing bed linen

Organising spaces for accessibility

Managing bins and restocking essentials

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About the Client

An independent adult living with physical disabilities, focused on building a stable, structured routine and increasing independence. Values a calm, organised home environment and enjoys music and creativity.

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Requirements

Strong spoken and written English

Reliable, flexible, and able to work independently

Calm, respectful, and culturally aware approach

Physically able to assist with mobility (e.g. wheelchair use)

Basic IT skills for admin and remote tasks

Enhanced DBS (required)

Full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential)

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Hours & Pay

18 hours a week and

Pay rate

£17.50 per hour

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Person Specification

The role requires professionalism, discretion, and respect for privacy. You should be organised, proactive, and able to balance independent working with a supportive presence. Flexibility is essential, as needs may vary week to week, including occasional remote tasks.

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 PeoplePlus