Female Personal Assistant
| Posting date: | 13 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.71 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £12.71 to £13.50 depending on experience and qualifications |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 May 2026 |
| Location: | Plymouth PL4 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Plymouth City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | FJE72837 |
Summary
Introduction
Would you like to join a fantastic team of carers supporting a Lady with health and support needs. I use a wheelchair but enjoy staying active and engaging in outings. I have a passion for swimming and movies. You will assist me with dressing and personal care, as well as support to access the community. Currently requiring support following her cancer diagnosis.
Hours
16 Hours spread across 7 mornings per week, with additional cover sometimes required (sickness, holiday)
Working Pattern
Monday to Sunday
7:00am – 9:00am
Plus 2 hours at a mutually convenient time.
Rate:
£12.71 to £13.50 depending on experience and qualifications
Duties
• Assistance with dressing and washing
• Personal medical care and medicine
• Support with Physio
• Support with food preparation and cooking
• Household duties
• Help with administrative tasks
• Support in accessing the community (e.g., shopping, hobbies, outings)
• Morning routine (coffee, breakfast, dressing, etc)
• Planning daily activities
• Support with medical appointments and record notes
• Support feeding and caring for her 2 black cats
Personal Care - Yes
Essential Requirements:
• Excellent time-keeping skills
• Must be willing and able to undertake any compulsory training
• Fluent in English
• Confident to handle phone calls
• Must not be afraid of cats
• Good emotional support when attending appointments
• Open and willing to learn
Desired Requirements:
• Driving licence
• Understanding of mental health
Important Information
As part of our Information Advice and Guidance Service, Plymouth City Council Direct Payments Team supports disabled people to employ their own staff. This vacancy is not a role within Plymouth City Council but an excellent opportunity to work directly for one of our clients. A right to work check will be undertaken before an any offer of employment. Vacancies may be subject to a DBS (formally CRB) check.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Would you like to join a fantastic team of carers supporting a Lady with health and support needs. I use a wheelchair but enjoy staying active and engaging in outings. I have a passion for swimming and movies. You will assist me with dressing and personal care, as well as support to access the community. Currently requiring support following her cancer diagnosis.
Hours
16 Hours spread across 7 mornings per week, with additional cover sometimes required (sickness, holiday)
Working Pattern
Monday to Sunday
7:00am – 9:00am
Plus 2 hours at a mutually convenient time.
Rate:
£12.71 to £13.50 depending on experience and qualifications
Duties
• Assistance with dressing and washing
• Personal medical care and medicine
• Support with Physio
• Support with food preparation and cooking
• Household duties
• Help with administrative tasks
• Support in accessing the community (e.g., shopping, hobbies, outings)
• Morning routine (coffee, breakfast, dressing, etc)
• Planning daily activities
• Support with medical appointments and record notes
• Support feeding and caring for her 2 black cats
Personal Care - Yes
Essential Requirements:
• Excellent time-keeping skills
• Must be willing and able to undertake any compulsory training
• Fluent in English
• Confident to handle phone calls
• Must not be afraid of cats
• Good emotional support when attending appointments
• Open and willing to learn
Desired Requirements:
• Driving licence
• Understanding of mental health
Important Information
As part of our Information Advice and Guidance Service, Plymouth City Council Direct Payments Team supports disabled people to employ their own staff. This vacancy is not a role within Plymouth City Council but an excellent opportunity to work directly for one of our clients. A right to work check will be undertaken before an any offer of employment. Vacancies may be subject to a DBS (formally CRB) check.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.