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About the Role
An opportunity has arisen for a reliable and compassionate Personal Assistant / Carer to support a woman living in a bungalow in Wilberfoss with her husband, who works full-time. The role involves providing practical day-to-day assistance to help maintain independence and a well-run household.
The client is a full-time wheelchair user and is able to transfer independently. She has paraneoplastic cerebellar ataxia, which affects balance, coordination, speech, and vision
Key Responsibilities
1. Preparing meals and assisting with general kitchen tasks.
2. Carrying out household duties including hoovering, cleaning, laundry, ironing, and changing bed linen.
3. Supporting with administrative tasks such as making appointments, handling telephone calls, and completing forms.
4. Providing transport for weekly food shopping and attending appointments (e.g. hairdresser, dentist, GP).
5. Offering general support in maintaining an organised and comfortable home environment.
Person Specification
6. Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
7. Friendly, patient, and supportive in approach.
8. Flexible to accommodate occasional changes in schedule due to appointments.
9. Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle (essential). Must have business insurance.
10. Previous care or personal assistant experience is desirable but not essential.
Additional Information
This role would suit someone who takes pride in maintaining a household and enjoys supporting others in a practical and respectful manner. The position offers a consistent weekly schedule with some flexibility required to meet varying appointment needs.
If you are interested in making a positive difference in a supportive and welcoming home environment, we would be pleased to hear from you.
DBS/Reference checks will be required for this post - Cost to be met by the local authority.