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Personal Assistant for a senior lady P/T@ £22.16/hr in King's lynn - FTE - £43.2k

Company:UKCIL
Salary:£22.16 to £22.16 an hour
Hours:Part-time
Location:KING'S LYNN, PE33
Working pattern:On-site
Job type:Permanent
Posting date:29 Aug 2026
Closing date:5 Oct 2026
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Summary

Personal Assistant for a senior lady P/T@ £22.16/hr in King's lynn - FTE - £43.2k

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: b6d43198

I am an elderly lady living with dementia and I am looking for a compassionate, reliable, and patient Personal Assistant to support me both at home and in the community. This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys helping others maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life.As my Personal Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting my daily routine, promoting my wellbeing, and providing companionship. I am looking for someone with a caring nature who can build a positive and trusting relationship with me.Duties
  • Prompting and assisting with medication administration
  • Preparing and supporting me with breakfast and lunch, encouraging healthy eating and good nutrition
  • Providing personal care support, including assistance with maintaining personal hygiene and showering
  • Supporting me to remain as independent as possible
  • Accompanying me to local community activities, appointments, social events, and outings
  • Providing companionship and emotional support to enhance my overall wellbeing
  • Helping with light household tasks and general support around the home
  • Any other reasonable duties as required

Person Specification

Essential

  • Patience, compassion, and a positive attitude
  • Punctuality and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Experience of supporting people living with dementia/Alzheimer's
  • Comfortable preparing nutritionally balanced meals while taking my preferences into account
  • Understanding of person centred care

Desirable
  • Ability to work flexible hours

Rate of Pay

26.74 Self Employed

22.16 EmployedA higher hourly rate is available for self-employed carers, reflecting that they are responsible for their own holiday provision, National Insurance, pension arrangements, and other employment-related costs. Self-employed carers must also demonstrate that they are fully ensured, and registered with HMRC.Employees receive these benefits through their employment package, which is reflected in the employed rate.

Hours of Work

6 hours per week, on Saturday and Sunday, with flexibility to cover holiday and sickness.

Location of Work

PE33

Summary Terms and Conditions

Expenses

You will be reimbursed for any reasonable and pre-approved expenses incurred in the course of carrying out your duties. Where a personal vehicle is used to transport a service user and mileage reimbursement is to be claimed, this arrangement must be authorised in advance, documented within the service user's care plan, and processed in accordance with the organisation's payroll procedures.

Holiday Entitlement

Employees and workers in the UK are entitled to a minimum of 5.6 weeks' paid annual leave per year on an FTE basis. Part time roles will be calculated pro rata. Self-employed individuals are not entitled to statutory paid holiday leave, and any time off is unpaid unless they make their own financial arrangements.

Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be arranged and paid for by the employer. Where children under the age of 18 live in the household, the successful applicant will need an Enhanced DBS check that includes both the Adults' and Children's Barred Lists. In these circumstances, employment cannot commence within the family home until the DBS clearance has been received.

References

This post is subject to satisfactory references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer.

Probationary Period

This post is subject to a three month probation period. The three-month probationary period gives both you and your employer the opportunity to ensure the role is a good fit, identify any training or support needs, and settle into the working relationship.

Mandatory Training

Where the duties of this role include food preparation, moving and handling, the use of hazardous substances (including household cleaning products), or the handling of medication, you will be required to complete any relevant mandatory training and competency assessments.

Key Responsibilities

Services

  • Meal Preparation
  • Personal Care
  • Domestic Care
  • Social + Leisure activities
  • Support to remain independent

Training

  • Safeguarding Adults/Children
  • Food Hygiene
  • First Aid
  • Hand hygiene
  • Dementia care

Medical

  • Safe Administration of Medication

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

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