Job Opportunity: Self-Employed Personal Assistant
💷 Hourly Rate: £20
⏳ Hours per Week: 8
📅 Schedule: Weekends and during school holidays to be discussed
📍 Location: Helston
A lovely young man in the Helston area with a variety of complex needs is looking for some support. The client has a few health issues to be aware of, in particular severe epilepsy so the successful PA would need relevant training and/or awareness in this regard. They are a wheelchair user, with severe visual impairment and non-verbal.
The client is looking for a PA to provide primarily companionship in the first instance. They enjoy a variety of music, arts and crafts, being read to and getting out and about. In September. The client will be starting a course at Truro College 3 days a week so schedule may change from then.
Key Responsibilities:
✔ Companionship
✔ Being read to
✔ Encouragement to pursue hobbies and interests
✔ Accompanying and assisting in the community (e.g., country walks)
✔ Listening to music together
Essential Requirements:
¨ Great communication skills
¨ Relevant Training/Qualifications e.g. First Aid, Epilepsy Training
¨ Proof of self-employment in the UK, insurance & DBS check
¨ Flexibility & adaptability to adapt to changing demands or unexpected situations.
¨ Data Protection and Confidentiality – follows UK GDPR regulations
¨ Full driving licence, access to a vehicle + business cover (if applicable)
Why Apply?
If you enjoy supporting others, take pride in organisation, like the outdoors, cooking, and meet the requirements above, this could be a rewarding role for you.
Terms:
This role requests a self-employed person to provide services directly to the client. You will be paid by them and not our organisation.
How to Apply:
Email your CV to PA@cornwallsupportlounge.org.uk, quoting reference REC-085.
For updates regarding your application, please contact the email above.
