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Self-employed Personal Assistant / Carer, Cambridge
Client: People Plus Independent Living Services
Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: eb5320d23629
Job Views: 4
Posted: 28.03.2025
Expiry Date: 12.05.2025
Job Description:
Self Employed Personal Assistant in CB5
On average 5 hours per week @ £15-£20 per hour
Purpose of the Role
I am a 51-year-old man with Aspergers (high functioning autism), dysthymia (chronic depression), Crohn’s disease, and fatigue. It’s important for me to have continuity of regular and reliable support workers. I require support with managing my household tasks, and assistance with accessing appointments, liaising with authorities, and social activities.
Hours & Pay Rate
On average 5 hours per week @ £15-£20 per hour, Monday to Friday, occasional weekend. Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
Main Duties
1. Occasional support with shopping.
2. Support with everyday chores, enabling me to maintain the domestic environment to the required standard.
3. Support with social and recreational outings and accompanying to medical appointments.
4. Establish a close working relationship on a one-to-one basis.
5. Discuss and resolve problems as they arise.
6. Needs may vary on a daily basis, therefore hours, duties, and tasks may alter from the care plan.
7. To undertake any training as appropriate for the role.
Personal Assistant Specification
Someone who enjoys being active, who has the skills to give me support with building my confidence, self-esteem, and promoting my independence. You should have access to your own vehicle and be willing to use it for work purposes, mileage will be paid. Some knowledge and experience with working with people with high functioning autism and mental health issues.
You should have a genuine interest in the provision of high quality care, be able to work flexible hours, be a good communicator, and possess the motivation to develop trust and understanding within the role. You should be hardworking, reliable, committed, honest, and trustworthy with a cheerful sense of humour.
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