Female Personal Assistant - Job Reference 11674

Are you a kind, reliable and compassionate person who enjoys making a real difference? I'm looking for a friendly Personal Assistant to support me with day-to-day living and help me maintain my independence.

As I live with a neurological condition that causes fluctuating symptoms, no two days are the same. Some days I'll need very little support, while on others I'll need more hands-on assistance. Flexibility, patience and understanding are key.

Hours: 16.75 hours per week

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Location: Darlington

On my better days, you may support me with:

• Meal prepping and batch cooking for my freezer.
• Changing my bed.
• Light household cleaning.
• Laundry.
• Organising important paperwork and documents.
• Accompanying me to appointments (depending on distance).
• Light gardening.
• Supporting me to attend physiotherapy, exercise classes and other health appointments.

During flare-ups or when my symptoms are more severe, support may include:

• Preparing and bringing meals to me.
• Medication and hydration prompts.
• Supporting me with washing, dressing and personal care routines.
• Helping me wash my hair.
• Changing my bed.
• Laundry.
• Encouraging me to eat enough throughout the day.
• Food shopping if I'm unable to leave the house.
• Supporting me to access the community safely.
• Accompanying me to appointments.
• Helping to exercise my dog if my friends aren't available.

Typical Support Times

• Morning: Around 8:30am–9:00am
• Evening: Around 6:00pm–6:30pm
• Other: As there are other duties within the role, there are an additional 11.75 hours per week that I need assistance for these things, times and dates will be on a rota basis for this.

There may be some flexibility around these times depending on my health and support needs.

I'm looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, kind and patient.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Understanding of fluctuating health conditions.
• Calm and confident supporting someone who experiences seizures.
• Respectful of my independence while knowing when extra support is needed.

Bonus Skills (not essential)

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (until I have a my own vehicle).
• First Aid training.
• Moving and Handling training.

Don't worry if you don't have all of the above training can be provided for the right person.

Why this role matters

This role is about much more than practical support. It's about helping me stay independent, continue doing the things I enjoy, and navigate the challenges of living with a condition that can change from day to day.

If you're caring, dependable, have a good sense of humour and want a role where you'll genuinely make a positive difference, I'd love to hear from you!

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Work Location: In person