At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide personal care and support to a non-verbal client in a respectful manner.
- Company: Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in someone's life.
- Benefits: Enjoy 5.6 weeks paid leave, pension contributions, and fuel coverage.
- Other info: Flexible weekend hours with a focus on dignity and respect.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by supporting someone in their daily activities and community access.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence, own vehicle, and a caring attitude.
Job Reference: AE634446
Location: Ratby, LE6
Rate: £17.71 per hour
Hours: 10.5 hours per week (Saturdays and Sundays), times to be agreed
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 7th August 2026
Full, clean UK driving licence and own vehicle required; client will cover fuel.
The client is blind with total retinal detachment, has global developmental delay, learning disability and epilepsy. As a non-verbal individual, the client may pull hair when agitated or overwhelmed.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide personal care
- Assist with shopping
- Maintain a clean and tidy environment
- Assist with toileting
- Support accessing the community
- Assist with washing
- Support cooking
Preferred Characteristics
- Responsible
- Reliable
- Patient
- Capable
- Respectful of others’ privacy, dignity, values and beliefs
Benefits
- 5.6 weeks paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Pension, tax and National Insurance contributions
Personal Assistant (Ratby, Leicestershire) employer: Leicestershire County Council
Leicestershire County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at County Hall in Glenfield, Leicester. With a strong commitment to employee growth and development, we provide opportunities for meaningful contributions to the community, particularly in supporting children and young people with additional needs. Our inclusive work culture promotes flexibility, collaboration, and innovation, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a real difference in education and inclusion.
Contact Details:
Leicestershire County Council Recruitment Team
