UKCIL - Gravesend

£14 to £14 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Personal Care Assistant required 25 hr per week, Northfleet (DA11) @ £14/hr FTE £27.3k Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: f0263023 A female fulltime wheelchair user with high dependency needs requires a part-time Female Personal Assistant (PA) to join a small team providing assistance in all areas of independent living, including driving my car and assisting in hydrotherapy pool (with training) to enable the employer to live a full and active life. Candidates must live within the Gravesend/Northfleet area. No experience is necessary as in-house training is given. Candidates must be prepared to work in a flexible manner. Confidentiality, commitment, communication + mutual trust and respect are essential. This is a physical job requiring good health and stamina. The hours are 20-25 per week to include some full days; some evening, weekend & Bank Holidays. Extra hours are required for holidays/sickness/emergency sometimes at short notice. Government Pension Scheme is available + free on-site parking. This is a unique opportunity to experience living in the community with and for a disabled person including all the barriers that hinder trying to be a productive member of society. The successful candidate will develop knowledge and skills that will remain with them. Applicants will have a short telephone interview initially before progressing any further. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide First Aid Hand hygiene Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Can drive a motability equipped car Medical Continence Care Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - NORWICH

£17.52 to £17.52 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Personal Care Assistant for a 51 year old woman. P/T@ £17.52/hr in NR7 - FTE - £34.2k Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 129834c0 Personal Assistant / Care Worker Advert Norwich only | Regular fixed shifts + flexible cover | £17.52 per hour Cover message to attract serious applicants Please read the full advert before applying. This is a genuine, regular, long-term PA role in Norwich. It includes fixed weekly shifts plus realistic flexible cover availability for sickness and holiday cover within the PA team. Please only apply if you are genuinely available for the shifts and cover you list, are comfortable with personal care, dogs and cats/kittens, and are willing to provide references, complete required checks/training, and attend paid shadowing. Applications that do not answer all screening questions fully will not be progressed. Role summary I am looking for a reliable, experienced female Personal Assistant / care worker to join my existing PA team in Norwich. The role supports my daily health, wellbeing, independence, and routine. This role is funded through Direct Payments and paid into your bank account, with tax and National Insurance deducted at source. This is a serious, ongoing care role for someone seeking a stable, long-term position rather than short-term work for only a few weeks or months. Reliability, honesty about availability, and continuity are essential. About me I am a 51-year-old disabled lady with several long-term health conditions, including autoimmune disorders, ADHD, PTSD, fibromyalgia, connective tissue disorder, adrenal insufficiency, osteoarthritis, pancreatic insufficiency, diverticular disease, pain, fatigue, and mobility difficulties. I use a wheelchair indoors and outdoors. I previously worked in the NHS and still work privately from homfor one afternoon a week, as working gives me purpose and independence. I currently have two friendly mature female cocker spaniels. From 15 August onwards, I will also have two kittens in the home. Applicants must therefore be comfortable working around dogs and cats/kittens and willing to help with them when necessary, especially when my husband is travelling. Assisting with them is part of the established care plan. Role structure: fixed hours and flexible cover • Fixed weekly hours: the regular shifts you agree to take every week. Once agreed, these hours are expected to be treated as a regular commitment. • Flexible additional cover hours: extra hours may be available when other Personal Assistants are on sickness absence, annual leave, or need cover for agreed reasons. • Applicants must be realistic about both fixed weekly availability and cover availability. Please only list days and times you can genuinely attend if offered the role. Hours available • Morning shifts: 9:00am-12:00pm. These include breakfast, personal care, washing/showering, hair washing/drying/styling, dressing, lunch preparation, and support with planning/organising the practical tasks of my day In order to support pacing ang my fatigue levels. This planning support is especially needed while I am waiting for digestion of my breakfast and for the morning medication to start acting and aliviate some of my regular daily pain and my inability to speak and to enunciate words in order to be able to communicate with you and others clearly (this takes a long time to act despite the medication is taken 2 hours before your arrival), coping with associated gastric pain from the digestion of breakfast, and before/after toileting. The role requires patience, discretion, and a calm, practical approach. • Evening shifts: usually around 6:00pm-8:00pm or similar, involving evening personal care preparing for bed with often a strip wash, preparing a fresh hot meal, and helping me settle for the night when appropriate. • Afternoon community access support: usually between 1:00pm-5:00pm (tbc) for a 2-hour shift, to support appointments via wheelchair access with a motability equipped vehicle, for the purpose of social activities, i.e. dog-related outings, or general community access (appointments, coffee shops, clothes or items shopping). • Domestic support: Light cleaning around the home areas I utilise, including bedroom, living room, toilet, shower room, landing, hallway, stairs, etc. You have 2 hours for completing this task, usually on Monday, or Wednesday, Main duties • Personal care, including washing, shower support, dressing/undressing, hair washing, drying, and styling, applications of various diferent treatment bodily creams. • Discreet support around toileting routines and personal care needs. • Meal preparation, including preparing fresh hot meals using HelloFresh-style meal kits due to extremely severe dietary restrictions set my different health conditions (i.e.kidney, pancreas) and serious allergies, including anaphylaxis reaction to capsicum. • Supporting me with wheelchair access and community activities. • Driving my automatic adapted motability vehicle where agreed and appropriate. • Supporting appointments, shopping, and social activities. • Domestic tasks such as putting away the laundry, light cleaning, meal preparation, and household support as adding to the shopping list something you might notice is missing for my care. • Feeding and helping with my dogs, and later kittens, when necessary, especially when my husband is travelling. • Working positively with the existing PA team and communicating through agreed systems and protocols such as WhatsApp, phone calendar, and rota arrangements. Key applicant qualities • Reliable, punctual, and genuinely available for the fixed weekly shifts and flexible cover shifts applied for. • Seeking a stable, long-term PA position, not temporary work for only a few weeks or months. • Experienced in personal care and comfortable supporting dignity, privacy, and independence. Knowledge and experience of what working in a person- centred care realistically means. • Calm, patient, practical, discreet, and able to work sensitively around pain, fatigue, gastric pain, digestion delays, and toileting routines, urgencies and retentions. • Confident preparing fresh hot meals, including meat/fish/non-vegetarian meals unless clearly stated otherwise. • Comfortable around dogs and cats/kittens and willing to help with them and their basic needs when necessary. • Able to work as part of a small PA team with respectful and reliable communication. Knowledge of how to work both independently and cooeratively in a professional manner with colleagues. • Honest about availability, limitations, and anything that may affect attendance. • Willing to provide references details at interview, complete relevant checks DBS, agreement to complete psidtraining during first month of probation, and attend paid shadowing and review meetings when required Essential requirements You have previous experience carrying out person centred personal care. You are genuinely available for the regular fixed shifts and the flexible cover shifts you apply for. You are willing to provide details of two referees at interview stage, including email and phone contact details. One must be a previous line manager or employer where possible. Please confirm that your referees will be contactable and that you have permission to share their details. You are willing to complete an enhanced DBS check if required, unless you already have a suitable enhanced DBS check dated within the last year. You are willing to complete required training, including manual handling, food handling, health and safety, or other relevant training. You are comfortable with dogs and cats/kittens, as I have two dogs and will have two kittens from 15 August onwards. You can work as part of a small PA team and communicate reliably about sickness, holidays, and shift cover. You are able to use basic technology such as a phone calendar, WhatsApp, and a rota app. You understand that this is a regular, ongoing care role, NOT a casual enquiry or short-term opportunity. I am looking for a PA who is seeking a stable, long-term position and who is interested in building a consistent working relationship over time. Reliability, commitment, and continuity are essential because my care needs depend on regular, dependable support. Pay and conditions • Pay: £17.52 per hour. • Paid shadowing: you will receive paid shadowing with a senior or acting Senior PA before working independently. • Holiday: accrued 5.6 weeks pro rata annual leave. • Probation: 6-month probationary period, which may be extended if needed. • DBS: the role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. • Training: essential training is paid and required for the role. Application questions – Please Answer on Your Cover Letter To be considered, please answer all questions in the cover letter below. Applications that do not cannot genuinely answer these questions fully will not be progressed. Please do not apply if • You cannot commit to regular weekly shifts. • You are only looking for evidence of job-search activity and do not genuinely intend to take the role if offered. • You cannot provide suitable references. • You are uncomfortable with personal care. • You dislike, are uncomfortable around, or are unable to help with dogs and cats, when necessary, especially when my husband is travelling. • You are not willing to communicate reliably about sickness, holidays, and availability. • You are only looking for short-term work for a few weeks or months. Thank you for taking the time to read the advert properly. I value honesty, reliability, kindness, and respectful communication. I look forward to hearing from suitable applicants who are genuinely interested in a stable PA role in Norwich NR7. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide Safeguarding Adults/Children Moving & Handling Understanding challenging behaviour Food Hygiene First Aid Hand hygiene Autism / Aspergers Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Can drive a motability equipped car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Continence Care Epilepsy Awareness Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - Bishop Auckland

£13.50 to £13.50 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Personal Care Assistant for a senior lady 25 hr/wk@ £13.50/hr in Bishop auckland - FTE - £26.3k Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 48ff9077 HI, I am looking for a carer in the Durham area. The job entails help with personal care,& social care. The hours are 25hrs a week . My interests are socialising, reading, theatre and visiting family i use a three wheeled walker as i have spinal issues. Being able to drive a automatic car would be an advantage, but not important Kind Regards Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Moving & Handling Transportation Full UK driving license Medical Safe Administration of Medication Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - Leeds

£13.25 to £13.25 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

46 year old with Spinal Muscular Atrophy requires 28hr care (£13:25/hr in Leeds) - LS25 Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 6e6b8aa6 Personal Specification I'm looking for more than one personal assistant as I need practical support eg. washing, dressing, toileting (inc. suprapubic catheter care), and routine personal care in order to get up and ready for work which starts at 8:30-9:00am. In the evenings, I need support with getting ready for and into bed. Assistance is also required to help me with some household chores. I only need one person per shift so the 28 hours will be split among the personal assistants. Mornings approx. 07:00-10:00 and evenings approx. 20:30/21:00-21:30/22:00. I can be flexible with evening and weekend timings for the right people. Unfortunately, my employer won't let me start any later in the mornings! I am looking for people who possess the right values and qualities and understand the importance of person-centred care. Experience in care and support isn’t essential, but attributes like empathy, enthusiasm, a calm approach, a willingness to learn and adapt, and reliability, are qualities I am looking for. Do you think you could be the right person to help me thrive and enjoy my independence? I would like to hear from you! About me I have Type 2 Spinal Muscular Atrophy. I use a power wheelchair and have ceiling track hoists in my bedroom and bathroom. Experience with working with someone with my condition would be preferred, however full training will be given. No previous medical experience needed, but you must be in good physical condition to sustainably manage daily manual handling requirements. I live in LS25 with my husband and two teenage sons. Ideal Candidate A willingness to be open minded and flexible to changing needs Able to learn/act under instruction is essential Non smoker Armed with a fun sense of humour You will be provided with: Bank holidays paid at time and a half Paid leave Enrolment into a workplace pension A welcoming household with endless supply bad jokes from us all Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check and clearance at my cost. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Support to remain independent Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - LEEDS

£12.21 to £12.21 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Care Assistant for a 12 year girl 3 times a week 4pm-7pm@ £12.21/hr in LS6 Leeds Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 7832d4e1 We are looking for an easy going and reliable carer / PA to look after our daughter, and help us to access the community two or three days a week after school. Our daughter is very sociable. She loves to play and go to the park but needs help to do so with her disabilities. Hours are 4pm – 7pm 2 or 3 afternoons a week during term time. We are flexible on which days between Mon - Thurs. We would also like someone who can take on additional hours during the school holidays. Full training will be provided and is paid. You must be available to greet our daughter from the school bus from 4pm at our home in Meanwood (LS6). One of us is generally around as we can work at home. We also have a dog. We are ideally looking for someone with experience working with children with additional needs, for example requiring assistance with mobility, communication, tube feeding (Jej) Carer must be able – or willing to be trained – to take care of our daughter’s daily cares – specifically changing gastric waste bag, hoisting and changing pads. Key Responsibilities Services Personal Care Social + Leisure activities Medical Continence Care Epilepsy Awareness PEG Feeding Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - Leeds

£12.40 to £12.40 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Personal Care Assistant for a 7 year old boy in LS17 - 4 hours a week @ £12.40 per hour Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 5b932fe9 JOB TITLE Personal Assistant HOURS 4 hours a week (usually weekends, weekdays possible during school holidays) RATE OF PAY £12.40/ hour LOCATION LS17 8, Based initially at home and moving forward in the community PURPOSE OF JOB To support my 7 year old son who has autism and communication difficulties. He is an affectionate little boy who is able to communicate his wants and needs through single words but needs encouragement to expand his language. This is a great opportunity to share meaningful experiences with a wonderful young boy and to enhance your CV. MAIN DUTIES I would first like the PA to support him in home so they can build up a relationship. This would involve doing a variety of activities including playing, drawing, singing nursery rhymes etc. Moving forward, I would like to build this up to playing in the garden with my son and taking him out to the park, soft play area etc. The PA must have experience working with SEN children, be punctual, honest and fun loving and be mindful of my son’s safety at all times, as he has no sense of danger at all. The PA must supervise my son at all times and do not allow him to be alone. Key Responsibilities Services Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - DURHAM

£13.50 to £13.50 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Care Assistant for a 35 year old disabled man in DH1 area 30 hpw £13.50 per hour Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 9cc979b6 I am a 35 year old disabled man with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and a full-time wheelchair user living in the Carrville area of Durham. I am in the process of looking for an additional Support Worker/Personal Assistant to add to my existing team. The work is for 30 hours per week at £13.50 per hour. I live independently and require help with my personal care, dressing, some light physio work and household work and administering of medication. I use a feeding peg daily and also use a ventilator. I am friendly and easy going with a wide range of interests which include sport, cinema, watching TV, history, cookery, visiting new places and going for coffees. I also enjoy regular poker nights with friends at home. I take part in the sport of Boccia which is a form of bowls for people with a disability and I run my own club in Durham City. I am very interested in watching all sports so a person with similar sporting likes would be an advantage. I have my own wheelchair-adapted vehicle so you would need a full clean driving license. If you are interested please message me for further details and to arrange a visit to discuss the role including the rate of pay, training and the paperwork requirements through the local authority. Full training will be given for the post as stated above. It is important to me to employ the right person with similar interests as myself. Successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check, paid for by the employer, prior to commencing work. Key Responsibilities Services Personal Care Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Transportation Full UK driving license Medical Safe Administration of Medication Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - Bishop Auckland

£13.50 to £13.50 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Care Assistant required to support a young man aged 19 years who lives near Barnard Castle Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 7247845b Care Assistant required to support a young man aged 19 years who lives near Barnard Castle. Global Hypoxic brain injury sustained in 2023, the young man has complex care needs, including a need for airway support, Peg feed, manual handling, hoisting and positioning, daily personal care routine. Hours /Wage: Hours per week negotiable, rate of pay £ 13.50 per hour 12 hour shifts 0800 – 2000 and 2000-0800 shift pattern negotiable working along side other carers, generally either day or night shifts unless you are willing to do both. Duties: Supporting the young man in his daily care needs with everything from personal care to hoisting, washing, supporting with basic therapies. Additional Requirements/Information: Training will be given No experience required just a willingness to learn and work as part of a team, taking time to understand this young gentleman. Due to location and lack of public transport, driving licence and use of a car would be required although possibility of support with transport for the right candidate. Care will all be centred around the young man’s family home. Enhanced DBS will be required, employer will cover the cost Key Responsibilities Services Personal Care Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Medical PEG Feeding Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - Cambridge

£20 to £20 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Support/Care/PA assistant, 18 Yr male living independently Cambs P/T/ @ £20hr + ovrnts Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 92334b8a Care Worker for Young Male Adult with Complex Health and Learning Needs, Trauma and Demand avoidant Behaviours, and his Therapy Dog. Start January 25 with transition shifts/training in December Interview dates 5th and 6th December Location: Swavesey, Cambridge. Job Type: Part-time with some overnight stays, hours can be flexible - Shift patterns can be flexible, bank, on call and contingency is required. Salary: Very competitive day and night salary for suitable candidate(s) Job Summary: We are looking for a reliable, kind, and fun-loving support worker to provide in-home support for a young adult male with complex additional health and learning needs and occasional behaviour that challenges. He enjoys gaming, drumming, music, socialising and various other activities. He lives in his own home with a therapy dog that plays a key role in his emotional and behavioural well-being. The ideal candidate will have a calm, positive attitude, a good sense of humour, and a passion for helping others live their best life. You will provide person-centred care and support, helping him manage his daily routine and support him in the activities he loves. This role also involves assisting with the care of his therapy dog and working closely with his family and other staff to ensure consistent and high-quality support, predominantly in the comfort of his own home. There are a variety of shifts available and a minimum of two overnight stays per week. Key Responsibilities: Daily Living and Household Support: Help maintain a structured daily routine that promotes his independence and engagement in college and extracurricular activities. Participate with him in activities he enjoys, including gaming, listening to music, and outdoor activities. Accompany him to appointments, therapy sessions, and social outings as needed. Involve and assist him with household tasks such as meal preparation, light cleaning, and laundry in his home. Behavioural and Emotional Support: Manage and de-escalate more challenging behaviours in a calm, supportive manner, following the behaviour management plan. Build a trusting relationship with him to foster emotional well-being and stability. Provide emotional support during difficult moments and offer encouragement to promote his independence and happiness. Therapy Dog Care and Interaction: Assist with the daily care of his therapy dog, including feeding, walking, and grooming. Support the interaction between him and his therapy dog to maximise the therapeutic benefits. Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for both him and the therapy dog in the home. Promoting Interests and Hobbies: Engage him in his favourite activities like gaming, music, and outdoor events, adapting to his preferences and mood. Use your positive attitude and sense of humour to make the home life enjoyable and fulfilling. Encourage social interaction and community involvement to help him live his best life. Crisis Management: Respond effectively to behavioural crises, using therapeutic techniques and de-escalation to ensure safety. Collaborate with Senior Carers and family to adjust care and behaviour management strategies as needed. Communication and Documentation: Maintain open and clear communication with him, his family, and the support team, using appropriate communication methods (verbal and non-verbal). Keep accurate records of all activities, behavioural incidents, and his progress in his home environment. Requirements: Experience and Skills: Proven experience in supporting individuals with complex health and learning needs and understanding of therapeutic approaches. Knowledge of behaviour management techniques. Willingness to engage in activities like gaming, music, and activities to encourage participation and enjoyment. Ability to prepare and cook food safely Qualifications: Experience of working in healthcare or education within the SEN arena Willing to undertake training in managing challenging behaviour, safeguarding, and first aid. Confident to work with dogs is desirable. Experience of working within a team Personal Attributes: Reliable, kind, and patient, with a good sense of humour and a positive attitude. Calm, adaptable, and able to handle challenging situations with confidence. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in the setting. Desirable: Experience of being with dogs. A shared interest in gaming, music, or activities to connect with him on a personal level. Full driver’s license and access to a vehicle (if required for transportation). Benefits: Very competitive salary based on experience. Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment. On call opportunities The chance to make a meaningful impact on a young man’s life, helping him live independently in his own home. Blue light card Pension scheme Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide Safeguarding Adults/Children Moving & Handling Understanding challenging behaviour Food Hygiene First Aid Hand hygiene Autism / Aspergers Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - Leeds

£15.28 to £15.28 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

44 year old with high level Spinal Injury requires 24hr care (Wkends @ £15.28/hr in Leeds) Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: b3657736 UKCIL Job Reference: Must be available to start work from July 2026 onwards 48 hours per month available Weekend availability is essential No previous medical experience needed, but you must be in good physical condition to sustainably manage daily manual handling requirements I need practical support with all daily activities, assistance on trips away, attending social events and whilst at work. Working within an existing team, you'll work up to two 48 hour weekend shifts per month (e.g. Friday 5pm - Sunday 5pm), but also flexible to change on occasion as needed. Emergency cover may at times be needed if another PA is absent or ill. Sleeping nights required (paid at same hourly rate, please do not apply if you're unavailable overnight) and parking available if you need to drive to and from work. Travel expenses will not be covered and you'll need to bring your own food. Must be prepared to work over the Christmas holidays as required. Ideal Candidate: A willingness to be open minded and flexible to changing needs Able to learn/act under instruction is essential A clean driving license held for more than 3 months Able and willing to drive my Motability vehicle Non smoker No allergies to cats Armed with a fun and outgoing sense of humour You will be provided with: your own bedroom, en suite and towels wireless internet access and TV/DVD player tea, coffee and fridge/freezer space for food storage an endless supply of bad jokes from me Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide Safeguarding Adults/Children Moving & Handling Food Hygiene Hand hygiene Transportation Full UK driving license Can drive a motability equipped car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Continence Care Catheterisation Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com