Female* Personal Assistant wanted NDS8755


Company:	Independent Lives
Salary:	£14
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Worthing, BN14 7DY
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Jul 2026
Closing date:	15 Aug 2026

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Summary

Female* Personal Assistant wanted

Ref: NDS8755

Location: Worthing

Details

This role is to support a Woman

The candidate should be a woman*

Drivers licence required: Yes

Own vehicle needed: Yes

Employment status:

Employed

Hours per week:

15.25 hours over 3 days per week to include school drops offs and pick-ups in term time. Hours can be flexible in the school holidays. Please apply with your availability.

Hourly pay rate:

£14 per hour plus mileage paid at 45p per mile

We’re a busy, lively family looking for a caring and positive Female Personal Assistant to support with everyday life and help keep things running smoothly at home.

I’m an artistic 41-year-old woman living with FND (Functional Neurological Disorder) and can experience a lot of pain. I have good days and bad days, so I’m looking for someone understanding, patient, and able to adapt when needed.

I’d describe myself as a bit quirky, with a good sense of humour, and I’d love someone like-minded who can bring positive energy into our home. On my better days, I am able to do more and enjoy popping out for a coffee and getting some fresh air.

About the Role

This role is all about helping me stay independent and supported in daily life. Tasks will include:

• Supporting with school drop-offs and pick-ups for my 6-year-old son

• Helping with meal preparation and some domestic tasks

• Working alongside me at home to keep things organised

• Using your initiative to provide support on more difficult days

About Our Home

We’re a busy, family household comprising of a couple of teens and my 6-year-old son. You’ll also be sharing the space with:

• A large, friendly and loving dog

• An independent cat

• A big fish tank full of fascinating fish

What I am Looking For

• Someone fun, patient, and reliable

• A good sense of humour and a positive outlook

• Flexible and able to adapt to changing needs

• Comfortable in a busy family environment

• Someone who can take initiative and be proactive

If you’re warm, open-minded, and enjoy being part of a lively household, I’d love to hear from you!

Duties include:

- Moving and handling

- Other relevant duties as required

- Housekeeping

- Cooking

- Transportation

- Companionship

- Dressing / undressing

Candidate qualities:

- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality

- Reliable with good timekeeping

- Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative

- Hygienic, tidy and well organised

- Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties

- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills

- Honest and cheerful

- Creative

- Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard

- Must be comfortable with pets

- Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

Additional requirements

Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours

Notes:

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9

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