A young professional lady based in central London (Fitzrovia) is seeking a kind, versatile, and reliable Personal Assistant/Housekeeper to provide support both at home and with light business and academic tasks. This is a temporary part-time role for an initial period of 11 weeks, with the possibility of becoming a permanent position for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
Household & Personal Care
General housekeeping: cleaning, washing, ironing, and keeping a small apartment tidy.
Light cooking and meal preparation.
Personal care assistance when needed, including mobility support (pushing a wheelchair if required).
Helping during health episodes (e.g., seizures, fainting) – full guidance and training provided.
Managing medicines and supplements (with clear instructions).
Cleaning bathrooms and managing household organisation.
Running errands and accompanying shopping trips or outings.
PA & Academic Support
Occasional admin support for business and university research/portfolios.
Organising doctors’ appointments and medical schedules.
Supporting interactions with others as needed.
Assisting with travel to university, events, or shopping trips.
Pet Care
Caring for rabbits, including feeding and light cleaning duties.
Ideal Candidate
Warm, patient, and empathetic with a discreet and professional manner.
Comfortable balancing household duties with admin and academic assistance.
Flexible, adaptable, and highly organised.
Excellent communication skills and able to work independently.
Pet-friendly and comfortable around small animals.
A driver would be preferred (though not essential).
Knowledge of Chinese would be a bonus but is not required.
Requirements
Enhanced, up-to-date DBS check.
First Aid certification.
Contactable references.
Comfortable providing personal care and handling health episodes.
Details
Contract: Temporary – 11 weeks, with potential to go permanent.
Location: Fitzrovia, Central London (W1).
Hours: 25–30 per week (approx. 4–5 hours per day, weekdays + occasional Sundays).
Start: ASAP, once the right candidate is found.
Salary: £25–£30 per hour gross (approx. £39k gpa for 30 hours).