Self Employed Personal Assistant/Carer Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: ea37ebda A reliable, caring and proactive female Personal Assistant/Carer is required to be part of a small team supporting our 30 year old daughter who lives with her family in the Maidstone area of Kent. She has a rare medical condition and is a full time wheelchair user with moderate learning difficulties This is a rewarding one-to-one role, supporting an independent young woman who is friendly, likeable, has a terrific sense of humour and is a big fan of Little Mix and Married At First Sight. She wants to make the most of life, enjoy her various clubs (without parents!), feel safe and happy and learn to trust other carers apart from Mum! Duties include: Personal care and assistance with dressing Assistance with mobility and wheelchair support Support at social outings Providing companionship, physical and emotional support Support independence Requirements The successful candidate must: Be Female (genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010) Be Self Employed Hold a full clean UK driving licence Be confident driving an automatic wheelchair adapted vehicle for longer distances on motorways Be an non smoker/vaper Support and participate in various activities including physical activities such as swimming Be patient, trustworthy, compassionate and flexible A good communicator with a positive attitude Maintain confidentiality and dignity Previous care or support work experience is preferred but not essential for the right candidate Job details Weekday and/or weekend work Breakdown of potential hours: Mondays - 3.5 hours, local based activity Tuesdays & Thursdays - 8 hours, activity day in East Sussex Fridays - 4 hours, local based activity Any other extra social activity and weekend working will be agreed in advance Full familiarisation will be provided Hourly rate £18 Application Please apply with a short introduction about yourself including: Relevant experience Availability Driving experience Why you would be suited for this role References and an enhanced DBS check will be required Key Responsibilities Services Personal Care Social Leisure activities Self Employed Transportation Full UK driving license Can drive a motability equipped car Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com