Carer/Personal Assistant (5249)
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.74 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 17 April 2026 |
| Location: | Sprowston, Norwich |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Suffolk Independent Living |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5249 |
Summary
Carer / Personal Assistant required in Sprowston, Norfolk
98 hours available per 4 weeks
£12.74 per hour
Job Reference: 5249
Job description
Although this job description is correct at present, it may change from time to time after negotiation with the post holder.
Must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role, sponsorship not available.
Job purpose
I am seeking a Carer / Personal Assistant to keep me safe and happy and facilitate with things that I can do.
About me
I am a 54-year-old male with a traumatic brain injury which has left me severely disabled and unable to assist myself any way, and unable to talk most of the time. I live with my parents in their family home, and I enjoy playing games, watching TV and eating out. I have an adult son who visits me, and I also spend time with my wife.
The family home is fully adapted for my needs with a hospital bed, stand-aids, hoists and my own wet room. I have a wheelchair accessible vehicle which is used for appointments and recreational purposes. I also have a hydrotherapy pool.
My mother manages my affairs and is the responsible person to report to.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Assisting with all personal care, including toileting.
Supporting with eating and drinking as I have an impaired swallow.
Administering medication as specified in my care plan.
Keeping me stimulated and engaged with my surroundings.
Personal Specification
(refer to these when submitting your application)
Essential Criteria
Personality, empathy and reliability are more important than experience as full mandatory training will be provided.
The ability to fit in with a small team and respecting my family are important to me.
Summary terms and conditions
Hours, days and times of work: Tuesday and Thursday, 8am to 4pm, Wednesday, 8am to 12 noon, Alternate Saturdays, 8am to 1pm, and one Monday in a 4-week cycle, 8am to 4pm. This is a total of 98 hours every 4 weeks.
Pay rate: £12.74 per hour
Annual leave: The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement).
Expenses: You will be reimbursed for prior agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.
Sick pay: I do not operate a private sick pay scheme but provided you meet the eligibility criteria, you may be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
Pension: I do not operate a private pension scheme but I will fulfil my statutory obligations via the NEST pension scheme.
The post is subject to the following
Background check: A satisfactory Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this position.
If you have been convicted of a criminal offence, please send these details to SIL in a separate email or in a sealed envelope together with a stamped addressed envelope. This will not be shared unless you are shortlisted for the post.
References: If successful, you will be required to provide details of two referees, one of which must be your current or most recent employer, or character references if you have not been employed
Trial period: This post is subject to a probationary period of 3 months.
How to apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please complete an application form and return it to SIL, quoting the job reference number 5249.
Please refer to the job description.
Online form: https://www.suffolkindependentliving.org.uk/application-form-1
Email: suffolk@silmail.org Telephone: 01473 603876
Post - Address: SIL, Unit 21, IP City Centre, 1 Bath Street, Ipswich, IP2 8SD
98 hours available per 4 weeks
£12.74 per hour
Job Reference: 5249
Job description
Although this job description is correct at present, it may change from time to time after negotiation with the post holder.
Must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role, sponsorship not available.
Job purpose
I am seeking a Carer / Personal Assistant to keep me safe and happy and facilitate with things that I can do.
About me
I am a 54-year-old male with a traumatic brain injury which has left me severely disabled and unable to assist myself any way, and unable to talk most of the time. I live with my parents in their family home, and I enjoy playing games, watching TV and eating out. I have an adult son who visits me, and I also spend time with my wife.
The family home is fully adapted for my needs with a hospital bed, stand-aids, hoists and my own wet room. I have a wheelchair accessible vehicle which is used for appointments and recreational purposes. I also have a hydrotherapy pool.
My mother manages my affairs and is the responsible person to report to.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Assisting with all personal care, including toileting.
Supporting with eating and drinking as I have an impaired swallow.
Administering medication as specified in my care plan.
Keeping me stimulated and engaged with my surroundings.
Personal Specification
(refer to these when submitting your application)
Essential Criteria
Personality, empathy and reliability are more important than experience as full mandatory training will be provided.
The ability to fit in with a small team and respecting my family are important to me.
Summary terms and conditions
Hours, days and times of work: Tuesday and Thursday, 8am to 4pm, Wednesday, 8am to 12 noon, Alternate Saturdays, 8am to 1pm, and one Monday in a 4-week cycle, 8am to 4pm. This is a total of 98 hours every 4 weeks.
Pay rate: £12.74 per hour
Annual leave: The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement).
Expenses: You will be reimbursed for prior agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.
Sick pay: I do not operate a private sick pay scheme but provided you meet the eligibility criteria, you may be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
Pension: I do not operate a private pension scheme but I will fulfil my statutory obligations via the NEST pension scheme.
The post is subject to the following
Background check: A satisfactory Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this position.
If you have been convicted of a criminal offence, please send these details to SIL in a separate email or in a sealed envelope together with a stamped addressed envelope. This will not be shared unless you are shortlisted for the post.
References: If successful, you will be required to provide details of two referees, one of which must be your current or most recent employer, or character references if you have not been employed
Trial period: This post is subject to a probationary period of 3 months.
How to apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please complete an application form and return it to SIL, quoting the job reference number 5249.
Please refer to the job description.
Online form: https://www.suffolkindependentliving.org.uk/application-form-1
Email: suffolk@silmail.org Telephone: 01473 603876
Post - Address: SIL, Unit 21, IP City Centre, 1 Bath Street, Ipswich, IP2 8SD