At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a gentleman with daily tasks and provide companionship in a relaxed environment.
- Company: Independent Lives, promoting independence for individuals with disabilities.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, part-time work, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Ideal for students seeking part-time work with a meaningful impact.
- Why this job: Join a supportive role where your kindness and patience truly matter.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just bring a positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 11.7 - 14.3 £ per hour.
I am a 60-year-old gentleman living in a comfortable two-bedroom bungalow in Burgess Hill. As a wheelchair user and stroke survivor, I am looking for a kind, patient, and reliable Personal Assistant to support me during my full-time carers’ daily breaks. No previous experience is required—what matters most is a calm nature, a positive attitude, and plenty of patience.
The role involves working 2 hours per day, 4 days a week, across Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. The exact timing and distribution of hours can be flexible to suit both of us, making this an ideal opportunity for someone seeking part-time work with adaptability.
During these periods, your duties will include:
- Light domestic tasks
- Preparing and serving simple snacks and drinks
- Assisting with everyday personal care
- Companionship
You will also be present while I spend time on my hobby—working on my extensive collection of WW1 postcards, songs, and hymn series—so an interest in history or simply a willingness to engage and provide good company would be lovely. I also enjoy football, shopping online on eBay, visiting family and friends, and local events.
This is a relaxed and supportive environment where your role will make a genuine difference in maintaining my independence and daily routine. If you are dependable, considerate, and happy to lend a helping hand, I would be very pleased to hear from you.
Candidate qualities:
- 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
- Vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission
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 the role is offered on a self-employed basis, you will be responsible for the cost of your own DBS check.
- 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.
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