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.

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