Summary
Manchester United, Music and Good Company… Could You Be the Right PA?
Ref: CB2330
Location: Melksham
Details
This role is to support a Man
Drivers licence required: Preferred
Employment status:
- Employed or Self-employed
Hours per week:
- 7 hours per week - rota to be discussed
Hourly pay rate:
- £14.40 per hour - Self employment rates to be discussed
Although I am non-verbal, I communicate clearly by typing on my phone. Building a good relationship takes time, and I value people who are patient, understanding, and willing to get to know me.
I'm a Manchester United fan, love watching football, snooker and darts, keeping up with my favourite teams and players, and listening to music - loud! A shared love of sport is a bonus, but enthusiasm and a good sense of humour are just as important.
This role is about more than providing support. It's about helping me continue to enjoy the things that matter most and maintain my independence, and live life on my own terms.
You'll support with daily living tasks and encourage me to stay engaged with his interests and routines.
We're looking for someone who is:
- Patient and trustworthy
- Confident and proactive
- A good communicator
- Friendly, upbeat and easy to get along with
- Able to recognise when support is needed while promoting independence
In return, you'll have the opportunity to build a meaningful working relationship and make a genuine difference in my life while sharing laughs, conversation, music and plenty of sport along the way.
Duties include:
- Medication prompting/administering
- Personal grooming
- Eating and drinking assistanceOther relevant duties as required
- Administration
- Housekeeping
- Shopping
- Cooking
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Dressing / undressing
- Bathroom assistance
Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Able to tolerate the employer smoking in the workplace
- 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
- Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
- Happy to work in a smoking environment
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.
Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.
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Manchester United, Music and Good Company… Could You Be the Right PA? CB2330 in Melksham employer: Independent lives
As a Personal Assistant for domestic support, you will find a rewarding role that values your reliability and interpersonal skills in a supportive home environment. Our work culture prioritises respect, confidentiality, and understanding, particularly for those with autism and ADHD, ensuring you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying flexible hours. With opportunities for personal growth and a focus on high standards of health and safety, this position offers a unique chance to contribute positively to someone's daily life.
