UKCIL - Holt

£15.62 to £15.62 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Care Assistant Weekends for Male P/T @ £15.13/hr weekdays £15.62/hr weekends in Holt area Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: d2dcee24 About the role: I am a friendly easy-going man in my 60s living in Weybourne, I am currently looking for a Support Worker(s) to support me within my home and out in the community, to encourage my independence. I have various medical conditions but possess full capacity, so like to be treated as so. I know my own needs so the ability to follow my instructions and good communication, language is essential for this role. I like to have a good rapport with my Support Workers, I also live with my 83-year-old mother, so a rapport with her is extremely important to me. I am looking for extra Support Workers for my team who can support me with all my care and medical needs. I am currently in urgent need of extra cover especially on alternate weekends (daytime) plus some flexibility to assist covering sickness/holiday on weekdays. I also have limited requirements for waking nights available. But I am always interested in additional support options on weekdays, but you would be expected to work at least one shift alternative weekends. The successful candidate(s) will become part of a team, so you will be expected to help to cover holiday and sickness within that where possible. (Please state your availability in your application.) The right candidate will need to be friendly and respectful, experience in a similar role could be beneficial, but this is not an absolute necessity. The right attitude and approach are most important. Full training will be given, which will include suction training and manual handling specific to my requirements. The Support Worker(s) will be responsible to me as their employer. They will be expected to always maintain a professional approach, ensure our working relationship is confidential. Plus remain mindful of my right to dignity and respect. General duties and responsibilities will include: • All personal care • Assistance with medication • Assistance with feeding • Moving and handling, i.e. from bed to wheelchair and around the home, village or elsewhere, I use a track hoist in the home • Domestic tasks around the home as required • Encouraging my independence Additional points to consider: We live in a rural area, so your own methods of transportation are essential. This is a non-smoking household, so I prefer my Support Workers not to smoke or smell of smoke. Respectful smokers/vapers would be accepted, the main concern is that it does not affect their work or my home environment. I expect my employees to be sensible and respectful with their use of mobile phones. With no non-essential calls to be made or taken while engaged in tasks, plus no charging of devices without permission. No uniform is provided, so own clothing choices however I expect my Support Workers to be clean, tidy and presentable at all times. Person specification: Listed below are the skills, competencies and qualities that are essential and desirable for the post. Essential • Good communication skills • Respectful • Trustworthy • Friendly with a good sense of humour • Patient • A degree of flexibility • Own transportation because of location and full driving licence • Clean and tidy in appearance Summary terms and conditions: • The rate of pay for this position £15.62 per hour on weekends £15.13 per hour is paid for any weekday work. • Bank Holidays the rate of pay is £30.26 per hour • There are various weekday and weekend hours available for this position (night and day). Please note your hours of availability when making application. • The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement) The post is subject to the following: • Satisfactory DBS check and references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer. • Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 3 months Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide Moving & Handling Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Medical Safe Administration of Medication 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 - 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 - 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: 63473930 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 psid training 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 - 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

Blue Sky Brokers - Clay Cross, Chesterfield

from £13 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Female PA Support Required Within The Home For Personal/Stoma Care and Support with Building Confidence - 12 Hours Per Week - CC-DCC-001 - Clay Cross, Chesterfield Roles and Responsibilities The PA will be required to provide support with personal care and stoma care. You will be working alongside another PA (double up calls) and working as part of a team of PA's. Support with personal care will require supporting with showering. You will then help the individual back into bed to provide stoma care. this will include keeping the area clean and massaging around the stomach around the stoma bag. The individual requiring support also has a catheter. You will also be required to support the individual with getting into their wheelchair so they are able to move around the home. The individual can sometimes feel overwhelmed and benefits from emotional support. The PA should be able to recognise changes in their mood and identify what may be contributing to these feelings. As a PA you should provide reassurance, encouragement, and a calm approach, helping the individual build their confidence. You will be able to recognise and understand what the individual is able to take in and understand. Support is needed to maintain a clean and hygienic environment, including the bedroom, bathroom and kitchen, to help reduce the risk of infection. Assistance may also be required with shopping and going to the chemist.

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

UKCIL - Berwick-upon-Tweed

£14.67 to £14.67 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Personal Care Assistant 30 hr/wk Employed@£14.67/hr- Self-Emp@£18.92 in Berwick-upon-Tweed Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 90639f58 Personal Assistant/Support Worker – Berwick-upon-Tweed 30 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 10am–4pm | Self-Employed Workers welcome to apply We are looking for a patient, reliable and positive Personal Assistant to support a 20-year-old young adult with a learning disability, autism, severe OCD, anxiety, and behaviours that may challenge. The role currently involves supporting attendance at a day service in Berwick on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with community-based activities on Tuesday and Thursday. As we are currently at the planning stage, we are open to ideas and discussion about how best to structure support and activities to meet his needs. This young man enjoys art, technology, cafés, sensory activities, swimming, walks, museums, travelling and exploring new places. He also enjoys listening to nursery rhymes, ABC songs and familiar music, which help him to relax and regulate. Being in a car is particularly calming and forms an important part of his routine. A calm, relaxed and positive environment is essential. He responds well to humour and enjoys spending time with people who are patient and engaging. However, he also requires clear routines, consistency and a structured approach, supported by a visual timetable or plan to help him feel safe and understand what is happening throughout the day. Communication support is a key part of the role. He uses PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) to support planning and understanding routines. He can use simple words and phrases to communicate, and it is often helpful to write words on the palm of your hand to support understanding and help him express his wishes and choices. He has a severe peanut allergy and carries EpiPens at all times. The successful applicant will need to be confident in understanding allergy risks and following emergency procedures if required. He also has allergies to dust and horses and follows a strict gluten-free and milk-free diet. Essential requirements: Driver with own vehicle Business use insurance Willing and able to understand and follow emergency procedures relating to severe allergies, including the use of EpiPens if required Comfortable supporting someone with complex needs and behaviours that challenge The individual has a severe peanut allergy and carries EpiPens at all times. The successful applicant will need to be confident in understanding allergy risks and following emergency procedures if required. He also has allergies to dust and horses and follows a strict gluten-free and milk-free diet. The successful applicant will need to be calm, understanding and confident supporting someone who can become distressed by unexpected changes, uncertainty or too many decisions. There may be occasions when support is provided in the community on a one-to-one basis, so an awareness of risk, safety and maintaining a supportive environment is important. Experience of autism, learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge would be beneficial. Please note the self-employed rate is £18.92 per hour Key Responsibilities Services Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Self Employed Training Essential PA Guide Safeguarding Adults/Children Understanding challenging behaviour Autism / Aspergers Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

Blue Sky Brokers - Chesterfield

from £13 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Female PA Needed to Support with Personal Care and Household tasks. MS-DCC-001 - 12 Hours per Week - Chesterfield S44. The role for the PA will include assisting with Personal Care, showering, bathing, hygiene, and dressing, including helping the individual change into their pyjamas and everyday clothing. In addition to personal care, the role includes helping with meal preparation and cooking meals. The position also involves housework, such as tidying, laundry, dishes, and basic cleaning tasks, to help keep the home organised and comfortable. Providing companionship and communicating respectfully are essential aspects of the role. Additionally the role will involve taking the client shopping and accompanying them on outings. The client uses a wheelchair, so the successful candidate will need access to an accessible vehicle suitable for wheelchair transport. The support required will be needed in the mornings between 8:30 - 9:30. Evenings between 5 - 6. the Client would like support over 7 days a week, 2 PA's required.

UKCIL - CRAMLINGTON

£18.40 to £18.40 an hour

On-sitePermanentFull time

Personal Care Assistant £18.40 p/h -36 hours p/w - Rolling 4-Week R - Cramlington Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 6b2dceab Following successful completion of training and probation period, we are offering a permanent 36-hour contract - to be on a rolling 4-week rota (see example rota for once a full stable team are established). If you're a quick learner with plenty of energy, a positive and bubbly personality, and can confidently use your own initiative while following my instructions, I'd love to hear from you! Essential Requirements ✅ Driver – You must be confident driving my adapted automatic Mercedes Sprinter van. ✅ Non-smoker – No perfume, aftershave, or scented products can be worn while on shift due to a life-threatening allergy. ✅ Female Personal Assistant – With a minimum of one year's experience providing physical hands on care. About Me I’m Mel, a vibrant 36-year-old student teacher, currently studying the second year of a part-time PGCE in Primary Education, after previously graduating with a degree in Biology. I'm recruiting the final two full-time Personal Assistants to complete my fantastic care team. I'm looking for someone who can support me on my exciting journey towards becoming a primary school teacher while helping me maintain an active, independent, and meaningful life despite my complex health conditions. You will be required to assist me physically, but not be my voice or my brain. I remain actively involved in directing all of my own care, studies, and managing my home, placements and daily life. About the Role No two days are the same! This role offers the opportunity to learn new skills, take part in exciting adventures, and hopefully share plenty of laughter along the way. Your responsibilities will include: · Providing personal and complex medical care · Preparing nutritious meals suitable for my many allergies and intolerances · Supporting daily essential physiotherapy routines and mobility needs · Assisting discretely during school placements and daily activities · Supporting me to be able to have an active social life: including trips to the cinema, theatre, live music events, restaurants, and regular nights out in Newcastle · Enabling me to partake in my hobbies, including my love of nature: walks with my family pet/future service dog (must be comfortable around dogs as I’m getting a medical alert dog in the near future), stargazing late at night, dolphin spotting during nice weather, crafting, baking and spending time with my family · Promoting independence while providing discreet support when required · Being able to use your initiative to complete tasks on your own when I’m unwell/in bed You will work both independently during lone-working shifts and as part of a close-knit team of five dedicated Personal Assistants providing 24-hour, one-to-one support. Physical Requirements Applicants must be physically able to: · Push a manual wheelchair · Assist with fastening braces tightly and using slide sheets safely · Get up and down from the floor when required · Support with daily physiotherapy exercises · Safely operate wheelchair clamps and transport me into my van and to my destination safely and carefully I live independently in my bungalow in Cramlington, Northumberland. Part of the role involves accompanying me during school placements, where you will remain nearby and provide discreet support should any care or medical needs arise. The ideal candidate will fit seamlessly into my routines, respect my independence and choices, and provide reliable support both at home and in the community. Important Health & Safety Requirements Due to severe asthma, allergies, and fragile skin, the following are non-negotiable: · No smoking · No perfume, aftershave, or scented products · No long or false nails · No rings, watches, or hand jewellery while on shift Contract Details Location: Cramlington, Northumberland Pay: £18.40 per hour Hours: 36 hours per week Contract: Rolling 4-week rota The role includes a mixture of: · 12-hour day shifts (08:00–20:00) · 12-hour waking night shifts (20:00–08:00) · Regular weekend working · Approximately one long weekend off per month Example Shift Pattern Position One – 36 Hours Per Week Week 1 · Tuesday Night Shift (20:00–08:00) · Wednesday Night Shift (20:00–08:00) · Saturday Day Shift (08:00–20:00) Week 2 · Monday Day Shift (08:00–20:00) · Tuesday Day Shift (08:00–20:00) · Saturday Night Shift (20:00–08:00) Week 3 · Thursday Night Shift (20:00–08:00) · Friday Night Shift (20:00–08:00) · Sunday Day Shift (08:00–20:00) Week 4 · Monday Night Shift (20:00–08:00) · Wednesday Day Shift (08:00–20:00) · Thursday Day Shift (08:00–20:00) If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, learn new skills, support an ambitious future teacher, and become part of a fantastic team, I'd love to hear from you. I can't wait to meet you! 🌟 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 First Aid Hand hygiene Transportation Full UK driving license Can drive a motability equipped car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com