PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANTS VACANCIES – PUR-119-040
| Posting date: | 04 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £12.21 to £14.20 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2026 |
| Location: | Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex C07 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purple DPSS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PUR-119-040 |
Summary
PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANTS VACANCIES – Wivenhoe
Maternity leave cover required until 31st July 2026
Permanent hours cover required as soon as possible
We are looking for people to join our friendly team to look after a gentleman in his own home. The gentleman has learning disability, physical disability, no speech and epilepsy. He enjoys being outside in the community, great sense of humour, loves motorbikes, going sailing and swimming amongst other things. You must demonstrate a genuine interest in working with learning disabilities (show empathy, respect, promote dignity), helping the gentleman to maintain as much independence as possible. Helping with all aspects of daily living. You must be able to work as part of a team, help to cover annual leave and sick days. Knowledge of learning disability and epilepsy is essential.
If you think this is the job for you, please get in touch with us.
Pay at present: £12.21 up to £14.20 per hour
Duties:
• Assisting with personal care
• Assisting with eating and drinking
• Laundry
• Preparing food and cooking
• Assisting with shopping
• Medication administration
• Light housework
• Accessing the community and activities
Essential:
• Must be 25 years of age or over
• Must hold a clean full UK driving licence
• Subject to an enhanced DBS check
• English speaking is preferred
Please submit your CV if you wish to be considered for the position thanks.
Maternity leave cover required until 31st July 2026
Permanent hours cover required as soon as possible
We are looking for people to join our friendly team to look after a gentleman in his own home. The gentleman has learning disability, physical disability, no speech and epilepsy. He enjoys being outside in the community, great sense of humour, loves motorbikes, going sailing and swimming amongst other things. You must demonstrate a genuine interest in working with learning disabilities (show empathy, respect, promote dignity), helping the gentleman to maintain as much independence as possible. Helping with all aspects of daily living. You must be able to work as part of a team, help to cover annual leave and sick days. Knowledge of learning disability and epilepsy is essential.
If you think this is the job for you, please get in touch with us.
Pay at present: £12.21 up to £14.20 per hour
Duties:
• Assisting with personal care
• Assisting with eating and drinking
• Laundry
• Preparing food and cooking
• Assisting with shopping
• Medication administration
• Light housework
• Accessing the community and activities
Essential:
• Must be 25 years of age or over
• Must hold a clean full UK driving licence
• Subject to an enhanced DBS check
• English speaking is preferred
Please submit your CV if you wish to be considered for the position thanks.
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