PLEASE NOTE: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL IS NOT THE EMPLOYER FOR THIS JOB. YOU WILL EITHER BE SELF-EMPLOYED OR DIRECTLY EMPLOYED BY THE INDIVIDUAL THAT YOU WILL BE SUPPORTING.
Job Reference: DP694157
Location: Melton Mowbray LE13
Rate: £13.21 per hour if directly employed or £17.00 per hour if self-employed
Hours: 10 hours per week - flexibility required due to dialysis
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 6th March 2026
We're looking for a Personal Assistant to provide social support to a blind lady in Melton Mowbray.
Role Requirements
You will be required to support the client to:
1. access the community
2. access local groups
3. go shopping, for coffee, and mixing with others in the local community
4. find new groups locally
We’d especially welcome applications from someone who:
5. has a mature outlook and life experience
6. is patient, calm, and enjoys connecting with others
7. shares similar interests
8. is comfortable supporting a visually impaired person
The client is registered blind, is a type one diabetic and has renal failure so requires regular dialysis. She is an independent lady who is determined to do as much as possible. When walking outside, she will need to link arms with you.
The client has two friendly dogs and enjoys socialising, chatting, and being around people.
As you will be required to transport the client, you must have a full UK driving licence and your own car with business insurance. Mileage will be paid.
This opportunity is suited for someone who is responsible, reliable, patient, and respectful of others’ privacy, dignity, values, and beliefs. Genuine applicants only please.
Benefits for an employed PA include:
9. 5.6 weeks paid annual leave (pro rata)
10. Pension, Tax and NI contributions
The role is subject to interview, references and an enhanced DBS check.
For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:
Darshna Pancholi
Telephone: 0116 305 3147
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How to Apply
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This advert has been placed by Leicestershire County Council on behalf of a direct payments recipient. Leicestershire County Council is not the employer. You will either be self-employed or directly employed by the individual that you will be supporting.