Personal Assistant

Job Overview

At Action on Disability, we support individuals to employ their own care and support staff (we are not a recruitment agency; we are a support service). This means you will not be employed by Action on Disability, but directly by the individual themselves or by a representative who is acting on their behalf.

About Our Client

We are seeking a reliable, respectful, and proactive Personal Assistant to provide practical and personal support to a blind individual, enabling them to live independently and confidently. The role involves assistance with daily activities, navigation, communication, and organisation, while always promoting autonomy and choice.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Living Support

• Assist with household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, shopping, and meal preparation
• Support with managing appointments, schedules, and reminders
• Help organise personal paperwork, correspondence, and digital information

Mobility & Navigation

• Guide the individual safely indoors and outdoors when required
• Accompany to appointments, social activities, work, or education
• Assist with public transport, taxis, or walking routes

Communication & Information Access

• Read and describe written information, mail, and online content
• Assist with using technology such as smartphones, screen readers, or voice assistants
• Help with form filling and correspondence as needed

Personal Support

• Provide assistance with personal care if required (to be specified)
• Offer emotional support while maintaining professional boundaries
• Respect privacy, dignity, and independence at all times

Social & Recreational Support

• Support participation in social, leisure, or community activities
• Provide sighted guidance in unfamiliar environments
• Describe surroundings or visual information when helpful

Skills & Qualities Required

• Trustworthy, patient, and dependable
• Good communication and listening skills
• Ability to give clear verbal descriptions and directions
• Respectful of independence and personal choices
• Organised and able to work independently
• Comfortable working one-to-one

Experience & Training

• Experience working with blind or visually impaired individuals is desirable but not essential
• Full training can be provided, including sighted guide techniques
• Basic IT or smartphone skills preferred

Additional Requirements

• Enhanced DBS check (or equivalent background check)
• References required
• Right to work in UK

Please note that when you apply, your personal detail will be shared with the employer of this post or the representative.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £14.80-£15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 – 12.0 per week

Application question(s):

• The client lives in the postal area of London W12. Are you able to commute to the area ?
• Are you able to attend Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday ? What days are you available to support the client?

Work Location: In person