PA Wanted To Support Independence, Confidence & Quality of Life WC1703

PA Wanted To Support Independence, Confidence & Quality of Life

Ref: WC1703

Location: Devizes

Details
This role is to support a Woman

The candidate should be a woman*

Drivers licence required: Yes

Own vehicle needed: Yes

Employment status:
Employed

Hours per week:
5 hours on Wednesdays (times TBD) 3 hours Mon and Fri may be available to cover holiday/sickness

Hourly pay rate:
£15.30 per hour
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We are looking for a warm, compassionate and reliable Personal Assistant to support a friendly and family-oriented lady in her late 60s who is passionate about maintaining her independence and continuing to enjoy life to the fullest. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building meaningful connections, offering gentle encouragement, and becoming a trusted source of support within a relaxed and respectful environment.

The client is sociable and enjoys good conversation, reading, and getting out and about on the days she feels well enough. She is currently managing fibromyalgia and thyroid-related health conditions, while also recovering from a hysterectomy and previous surgeries for double knee and double hip replacements. Because of this, she would benefit from a PA who is patient, understanding and attentive to her changing daily needs.

The main focus of this role is to promote and maintain her independence while providing reassurance and practical support when needed. Personal care within the role is minimal, although the PA will be expected to remain nearby while she showers to ensure her safety and confidence. There may also be occasions where assistance with mobility is required both at home and when out in the community.

This role would suit someone who enjoys companionship as much as practical support. The ideal PA will be happy to accompany her swimming, enjoy occasional outings when her energy levels allow, and help create a positive and encouraging atmosphere that supports her wellbeing. Some days may involve quieter companionship at home, while others may include trips out, appointments, or social activities.

Alongside companionship and mobility support, the PA will assist with light domestic duties and help manage important admin tasks such as completing paperwork, organising documents and ensuring forms are submitted to the appropriate places when required. Good organisational skills and a proactive approach will therefore be important within the role.

An automatic vehicle is available and the successful applicant can be insured to drive it if required, although having access to your own car is preferred.

Above all, we are looking for someone kind-hearted, dependable and personable — someone who understands the importance of balancing support with independence, and who can provide reassurance, companionship and encouragement in a respectful and empowering way.
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Duties include:
- Other relevant duties as required
- Administration
- Housekeeping
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Dressing / undressing
- Help her with putting on her socks and shoes as and when needed

Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- 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
- Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

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 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.

*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9

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