Self-Employed Support Worker (No personal Care) LTES1155
| Posting date: | 08 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 07 September 2025 |
| Location: | Hastings, East Sussex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Independent Lives |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LTES1155 |
Summary
Self-Employed Support Worker (No personal Care)
Ref: LTES1155
Location: Hastings
Details
This role is to support a Woman
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
self-employed
Hours per week:
6.5 Hours per week to be used flexibly, days and times to be discussed at interview.
Hourly pay rate:
TBD
I’m looking for an experienced Personal Assistant with whom I can build a trusting and supportive relationship. I live in Hastings with my 10-year-old autistic son.
I had gastric sleeve surgery in August 2021 and I have obstructive sleep apnoea, for which I use a CPAP machine. I also have six herniated discs in my spine and arthritis caused by a back injury I sustained while working as a nurse. I experience carpal tunnel syndrome in both hands and wear splints at night. Additionally, I have Chronic Plantar Fasciitis in both feet, which causes pain, discomfort, balance issues, and mobility difficulties. Depending on the level of pain, I use either a walking stick or elbow crutches to get around.
I was born with Hypermobility, have one leg longer than the other, and a slight deformity in my left foot. I also live with Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD), a thyroid goitre, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). I struggle to cope with stress, which often triggers flare-ups of Fibromyalgia.
I need support to maintain a clean, clutter-free home, as I become easily fatigued and overwhelmed by household tasks. Help with laundry and general domestic duties would be greatly appreciated. I’d also like support in eating more healthily and preparing batch-cooked meals for the freezer.
My son has an eating disorder and is hypersensitive to colours and textures in food, so he only eats a limited variety.
Because of my health issues and fatigue, I may need reminders or support to change clothes and ensure I have access to clean ones.
I would really benefit from PA support in getting out into the local community, whether that’s for leisure, shopping, or visiting a café.
I’m flexible with the days and times that support is provided and will do my best to work around your availability.
Duties include:
- Other relevant duties as required
- Administration
- Housekeeping
- Cooking
- Companionship
- Assistance with decluttering please.
Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
- Hygienic, tidy and well organised
- Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Honest and cheerful
- Creative
- Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
- Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
- Reliable, trustworthy, and patient.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
Notes:
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
Ref: LTES1155
Location: Hastings
Details
This role is to support a Woman
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
self-employed
Hours per week:
6.5 Hours per week to be used flexibly, days and times to be discussed at interview.
Hourly pay rate:
TBD
I’m looking for an experienced Personal Assistant with whom I can build a trusting and supportive relationship. I live in Hastings with my 10-year-old autistic son.
I had gastric sleeve surgery in August 2021 and I have obstructive sleep apnoea, for which I use a CPAP machine. I also have six herniated discs in my spine and arthritis caused by a back injury I sustained while working as a nurse. I experience carpal tunnel syndrome in both hands and wear splints at night. Additionally, I have Chronic Plantar Fasciitis in both feet, which causes pain, discomfort, balance issues, and mobility difficulties. Depending on the level of pain, I use either a walking stick or elbow crutches to get around.
I was born with Hypermobility, have one leg longer than the other, and a slight deformity in my left foot. I also live with Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD), a thyroid goitre, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). I struggle to cope with stress, which often triggers flare-ups of Fibromyalgia.
I need support to maintain a clean, clutter-free home, as I become easily fatigued and overwhelmed by household tasks. Help with laundry and general domestic duties would be greatly appreciated. I’d also like support in eating more healthily and preparing batch-cooked meals for the freezer.
My son has an eating disorder and is hypersensitive to colours and textures in food, so he only eats a limited variety.
Because of my health issues and fatigue, I may need reminders or support to change clothes and ensure I have access to clean ones.
I would really benefit from PA support in getting out into the local community, whether that’s for leisure, shopping, or visiting a café.
I’m flexible with the days and times that support is provided and will do my best to work around your availability.
Duties include:
- Other relevant duties as required
- Administration
- Housekeeping
- Cooking
- Companionship
- Assistance with decluttering please.
Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
- Hygienic, tidy and well organised
- Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Honest and cheerful
- Creative
- Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
- Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
- Reliable, trustworthy, and patient.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
Notes:
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
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