Job Opportunity: Self-Employed Personal Assistant
Please Note: This role is a private arrangement with a person or family seeking support. You will not be employed by Humans Cornwall but will work directly with the individual or their family. The role is funded privately by the family/person or via a Direct Payment from Cornwall Council.
Location: Bodmin
A gentleman in the Bodmin area is seeking a patient and experienced Personal Assistant to support him at home with his daily needs. He has a strong passion for horses and enjoys playing board games at home.
Support Responsibilities:
Assist with transfers and mobility
Provide support with strip washing, shaving, oral health care, and toileting
Carry out skin checks and apply creams as required
Prepare and serve meals and drinks of choice
Administer medication throughout the day
Support with outings for meals and social visits with friends or family
Perform necessary household tasks to maintain safety and comfort
Work alongside the family’s PA to ensure consistent and safe care
Engage in activities to support cognitive function, such as word-finding exercises
Rate and Hours:
Hourly Rate: £15.84
Hours per Week: 9–36 hours
Schedule: 9am – 6:30pm (Flexibility with finish time)
· Working Pattern –
· Required for 2 or 3 days per week depending on needs
· Rotas will be done 4 weeks in advance,
· Within the 2/3 days you will be required to work every other Friday.
Essential Criteria:
Strong time management and organisational skills
Eligibility to work in the UK
Public Liability Insurance (if self-employed)
Valid DBS Check
Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own car
Good communication skills, including experience with non-verbal communication
Why Apply?
If you are compassionate, organised, and enjoy making a meaningful difference in someone’s daily life, this role could be a great fit for you.
Next Steps:
Offers may be subject to DBS checks and referencing.
If applying as self-employed, you must provide proof of employment status and public liability insurance.
Your CV will be forwarded to the family for consideration. Due to a high volume of applications, individual feedback may not be provided.
How to Apply:
Email your CV to PA@cornwallsupportlounge.org.uk, quoting reference CSL028.
For updates regarding your application, please contact the email above.
