Personal Assistant
| Posting date: | 13 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | Chatham, Kent |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Medway Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 130226PH108308 |
Summary
Job reference: 110226PH108308
Role: Personal Assistant
Hours: 10 hours per week
Location: Chatham
Closing date: 30 days
A reliable, calm and patient Personal Assistant is required to support an older gentleman with a liking for watching crime drama, westerns and sci-fi and has an interest in listening to jazz music, in his home. This gentleman has restricted movement and to give my client a break from her caring responsibilities the role will combine companionship, some domestic duties and practical assistance to promote independence, wellbeing and quality of life. Approximately 2 hours per week will be dedicated to domestic support, with the remaining hours focused on personal support and companionship.
Key Responsibilities:
. Provide friendly companionship and emotional support, including conversation and shared interests (e.g. watching westerns, crime dramas, sci-fi and listening to jazz).
. Assist with meal preparation, ensuring meals are prepared safely and in line with preferences.
. Help with domestic tasks.
. Provide encouragement and support with physiotherapy exercises as directed (no specialist qualifications required, but willingness to help).
. Assist with some personal care tasks as required, including emptying a catheter bag (training can be provided if needed).
Person Specification:
The ideal candidate will:
. Be a good communicator
. Be calm, patient and empathetic
. Be reliable, respectful and able to maintain professional boundaries
. Be comfortable assisting with domestic tasks and meal preparation
. Be willing to support with some personal care tasks and basic physical exercises
. Have a genuine interest in supporting independence and wellbeing
Desirable (but not essential):
. Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Support Worker, or in a care-related role
. An understanding of the needs of older adults
. Shared interest in TV, films, listening to Jazz or general conversation
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by employer) and references.
Shift Pattern:
Hours are as above and flexible between Monday to Sunday (afternoons preferred). Times to be agreed with employer.
For more information and to request an application pack please contact: sdsadmin@medway.gov.uk or call 01634331351.
Please note this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our clients. Should your application be successful and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by Medway Council.
The client can only accept applications if you have the right to work in the UK. Please do not apply if you require sponsorships or visa.
Role: Personal Assistant
Hours: 10 hours per week
Location: Chatham
Closing date: 30 days
A reliable, calm and patient Personal Assistant is required to support an older gentleman with a liking for watching crime drama, westerns and sci-fi and has an interest in listening to jazz music, in his home. This gentleman has restricted movement and to give my client a break from her caring responsibilities the role will combine companionship, some domestic duties and practical assistance to promote independence, wellbeing and quality of life. Approximately 2 hours per week will be dedicated to domestic support, with the remaining hours focused on personal support and companionship.
Key Responsibilities:
. Provide friendly companionship and emotional support, including conversation and shared interests (e.g. watching westerns, crime dramas, sci-fi and listening to jazz).
. Assist with meal preparation, ensuring meals are prepared safely and in line with preferences.
. Help with domestic tasks.
. Provide encouragement and support with physiotherapy exercises as directed (no specialist qualifications required, but willingness to help).
. Assist with some personal care tasks as required, including emptying a catheter bag (training can be provided if needed).
Person Specification:
The ideal candidate will:
. Be a good communicator
. Be calm, patient and empathetic
. Be reliable, respectful and able to maintain professional boundaries
. Be comfortable assisting with domestic tasks and meal preparation
. Be willing to support with some personal care tasks and basic physical exercises
. Have a genuine interest in supporting independence and wellbeing
Desirable (but not essential):
. Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Support Worker, or in a care-related role
. An understanding of the needs of older adults
. Shared interest in TV, films, listening to Jazz or general conversation
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by employer) and references.
Shift Pattern:
Hours are as above and flexible between Monday to Sunday (afternoons preferred). Times to be agreed with employer.
For more information and to request an application pack please contact: sdsadmin@medway.gov.uk or call 01634331351.
Please note this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our clients. Should your application be successful and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by Medway Council.
The client can only accept applications if you have the right to work in the UK. Please do not apply if you require sponsorships or visa.