Self-employed PA-Care-PUR- 853-145
| Posting date: | 09 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.50 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 April 2026 |
| Location: | Great Baddow, Chelmsford |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purple DPSS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PUR- 853-145 |
Summary
Self-employed PA-Care
Job ref. PUR- 853-145
About me I am a young man and I have a neurological condition called Friedreich’s Ataxia. It means that I am wheelchair bound and struggle with everyday activities such as washing, dressing, preparing meals and going to the toilet. I also have limited vocal ability however I am able to communicate and conversate well. I have full cognitive function.
Hours and rate of pay Rate of Pay: £17.50 per hour -SELF-EMPLOYED
Hours: Monday – Thursday (4pm-9pm) and Friday 9am-9pm (can be split into shifts)
Location Great Baddow, Chelmsford
DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing…
• Provide personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting.
• Support to maintain independence and daily routines.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and health and safety procedures.
• Assist with light domestic tasks where appropriate (e.g. tidying, laundry)
• Assisting with meals, hydration and medication support.
• Promote safe guarding, dignity, privacy and respect at all times.
• Maintaining clear communication with the PA, family and professionals.
The person I would like… I’m looking for a PA to assist me. Support will include: everyday tasks, assisting with eating and drinking, giving of medication, exercise, and going out into the community and making sure all needs are met plus driving me to appointments.
this will be a 2-1 position as my needs have changed so looking for someone who works well in pairs.
Experience in care would be preferred but not essential. You must have a full uk driving licence and be able to drive a manual car. An active person who is forward thinking and up to go out and do things as well as suggest things to do is ideal.
Any applications are subject to a DBS check, receipt of two references and checking the legal right to live and work in the U.K.
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *
Job ref. PUR- 853-145
About me I am a young man and I have a neurological condition called Friedreich’s Ataxia. It means that I am wheelchair bound and struggle with everyday activities such as washing, dressing, preparing meals and going to the toilet. I also have limited vocal ability however I am able to communicate and conversate well. I have full cognitive function.
Hours and rate of pay Rate of Pay: £17.50 per hour -SELF-EMPLOYED
Hours: Monday – Thursday (4pm-9pm) and Friday 9am-9pm (can be split into shifts)
Location Great Baddow, Chelmsford
DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing…
• Provide personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting.
• Support to maintain independence and daily routines.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments and health and safety procedures.
• Assist with light domestic tasks where appropriate (e.g. tidying, laundry)
• Assisting with meals, hydration and medication support.
• Promote safe guarding, dignity, privacy and respect at all times.
• Maintaining clear communication with the PA, family and professionals.
The person I would like… I’m looking for a PA to assist me. Support will include: everyday tasks, assisting with eating and drinking, giving of medication, exercise, and going out into the community and making sure all needs are met plus driving me to appointments.
this will be a 2-1 position as my needs have changed so looking for someone who works well in pairs.
Experience in care would be preferred but not essential. You must have a full uk driving licence and be able to drive a manual car. An active person who is forward thinking and up to go out and do things as well as suggest things to do is ideal.
Any applications are subject to a DBS check, receipt of two references and checking the legal right to live and work in the U.K.
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *
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