Personal Assistant (PA)
| Posting date: | 29 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £14.00 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £14.00/hr |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 May 2026 |
| Location: | Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Melanie Cotter |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: |
Summary
Personal Assistant (PA) – Care & Support
Location: Sutton Coldfield (B73)
Pay: £14.00 per hour
⏰ Hours: Flexible (including mornings, evenings & weekends)
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About the Role
We are looking for reliable, caring and motivated Personal Assistants to support a young adult with additional needs at home and in the community, including attendance at Briars Barn.
This is a hands-on, varied role requiring consistency, initiative and a positive attitude.
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Key Responsibilities
• Support with personal care, including showering, dressing and hygiene
• Assist with structured daily routines
• Support access to community activities and day placements (Briars Barn)
• Drive a wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV)
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding if required
• Carry out household tasks (cleaning, laundry, general upkeep)
• Support use of a specialist communication aid (training provided)
• Attend appointments and outings
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Essential Requirements
• Full UK driving licence and confidence driving a WAV
• Ability to work on your own initiative
• Flexibility is essential – you will be expected to cover other PA’s sickness and annual leave
• Basic IT skills
• Reliable, punctual and committed
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Personal Qualities
• Patient, calm and reassuring
• Bubbly, positive and motivational personality
• Excellent sense of humour
• Ability to build strong relationships
• Willingness to learn (experience in autism/epilepsy helpful but not essential)
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Important Information
• You will be working in a family home environment
• There are 3 dogs in the home – not always friendly, so confidence around dogs is essential
• This role requires consistency and commitment
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Working Pattern
Shifts include:
• Early mornings (7am starts)
• Day support (including Briars Barn 9–4)
• Afternoon/evening shifts (2:30–7:30)
• Weekend working
A rota is in place, with flexibility required to support cover.
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Female Applicants Only
This role is open to female applicants only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) due to personal care requirements.
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How to Apply
Please apply with your CV to:
melaniemcotter@hotmail.com
Location: Sutton Coldfield (B73)
Pay: £14.00 per hour
⏰ Hours: Flexible (including mornings, evenings & weekends)
⸻
About the Role
We are looking for reliable, caring and motivated Personal Assistants to support a young adult with additional needs at home and in the community, including attendance at Briars Barn.
This is a hands-on, varied role requiring consistency, initiative and a positive attitude.
⸻
Key Responsibilities
• Support with personal care, including showering, dressing and hygiene
• Assist with structured daily routines
• Support access to community activities and day placements (Briars Barn)
• Drive a wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV)
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding if required
• Carry out household tasks (cleaning, laundry, general upkeep)
• Support use of a specialist communication aid (training provided)
• Attend appointments and outings
⸻
Essential Requirements
• Full UK driving licence and confidence driving a WAV
• Ability to work on your own initiative
• Flexibility is essential – you will be expected to cover other PA’s sickness and annual leave
• Basic IT skills
• Reliable, punctual and committed
⸻
Personal Qualities
• Patient, calm and reassuring
• Bubbly, positive and motivational personality
• Excellent sense of humour
• Ability to build strong relationships
• Willingness to learn (experience in autism/epilepsy helpful but not essential)
⸻
Important Information
• You will be working in a family home environment
• There are 3 dogs in the home – not always friendly, so confidence around dogs is essential
• This role requires consistency and commitment
⸻
Working Pattern
Shifts include:
• Early mornings (7am starts)
• Day support (including Briars Barn 9–4)
• Afternoon/evening shifts (2:30–7:30)
• Weekend working
A rota is in place, with flexibility required to support cover.
⸻
Female Applicants Only
This role is open to female applicants only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) due to personal care requirements.
⸻
How to Apply
Please apply with your CV to:
melaniemcotter@hotmail.com