Female* Personal Assistant (5359)
| Company: | Suffolk Independent Living |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £14.57 an hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Horsford |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 10 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 27 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Female* Personal Assistant required in Horsford, Norwich
8 hours available per week
£14.57 per hour
Job reference: 5359
Job description
Although this job description is correct at present, it may change from time to time after negotiation with the post holder.
Must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role, sponsorship not available.
About me
I am seeking a Personal Assistant to support my 25-year-old daughter. We live in Horsford, in Norwich. She is very happy and sociable young woman and loves clapping her hands, pressing the buttons of her noisy books and watching DVDs (especially Teletubbies!!).
My daughter has Rett’s disorder and epilepsy. This means that she requires support with all aspects of her life; including personal care, feeding and medication. We are looking for someone with good communication skills, a “can-do” attitude and a fun personality.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• Support to administer medication.
• Assist with management of epilepsy.
• Support with feeding and drinking.
• Support and assistance with the shower/washing and bedtime routine.
• Provide entertainment through table top play and sensory work.
• Accessing the local area and going for walks in her wheelchair.
• Ensuring the safety of my daughter at all times.
• Provide fun and exciting playtime.
Essential requirements
Personal Specification (refer to these when submitting your application) Essential Criteria • Support to administer medication. • Assist with management of epilepsy. • Support with feeding and drinking. • Support and assistance with the shower/washing and bedtime routine. • Female only due to personal care * Schedule 9, P1 of the Equality Act 2010 applies • Provide entertainment through table top play and sensory work. • Accessing the local area and going for walks in her wheelchair. • Ensuring the safety of my daughter at all times. • Provide fun and exciting playtime. Desirable Criteria • Someone with childcare or care experience. • Someone with local knowledge. • Someone who is flexible with hours and availability.