Direct Payment Worker/Personal Assistant

Direct Payment Worker/Personal Assistant

About the Role

Personal Assistant is required to support a lady in her mid 40’s living in Wilberfoss.

The role involves providing practical day-to-day support to help this lady maintain her independence and a well-run household.

This lady is a full-time wheelchair user and is able to transfer independently. She has a medical condition which affects balance, coordination, speech, and vision.

The days to be worked are Tuesday to Friday, with some flexibility required for appointments.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing meals and assisting with general kitchen tasks.
• Carrying out household duties including hoovering, cleaning, laundry, ironing, and changing bed linen.
• Supporting with administrative tasks such as making appointments, handling telephone calls, and completing forms.
• Providing transport for weekly food shopping and attending appointments (e.g. hairdresser, dentist, GP).
• Offering general support in maintaining an organised and comfortable home environment.

Person Specification

• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
• Friendly, patient, and supportive in approach
• Flexible to accommodate occasional changes in schedule due to appointments
• Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle (essential) Must have business insurance.
• Previous care or personal assistant experience is desirable but not essential

Additional Information

This role would suit someone who takes pride in maintaining a household and enjoys supporting others in a practical and respectful manner. The position offers a consistent weekly schedule with some flexibility required to meet varying appointment needs.

Due to the nature of the personal care duties involved, we are seeking a female support worker for this role. This requirement is a genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, where privacy and personal dignity are paramount.

DBS/Reference checks will be required for this post – Cost to be met by the local authority.