Job Description

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Executive Assistant (EA)

Location

: Heathfield, East Sussex (TN21) - Hybrid (Combination of home-based and on-site support)

Hours

: Up to 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday - flexible working pattern

Salary:

Competitive, hourly rate of between 16 and 17 per hour, depending on experience

About the Role

We are recruiting for a proactive, highly organised Executive Assistant (EA) to support the wife of a gentleman living with a brain injury, who receives 24/7 care at home. This is a unique and rewarding role for someone who is practical, dependable, and can confidently provide a blend of administrative and household support.

You will work closely with the family to ensure smooth running of day-to-day life, providing both remote and in-person support across a wide range of responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Diary and Schedule Support:

Assist with planning and coordinating appointments, meetings, and household activities Manage reminders and ensure follow-through on family and household commitments Diary and email management as required.

Household Organisation:

Coordinate routine maintenance, liaise with contractors and service provider Ensure household supplies are stocked, including managing food shops and placing accurate orders Monitor and maintain records of household tasks and errands

General Assistance:

Provide hands-on support where needed, from running errands to helping with basic admin tasks Assist in managing logistics around the care team and family schedule Be a trusted, discreet point of contact to support the family's needs Support with holiday arrangements as required

Person Specification

Essential:

Previous experience in a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or similar support role Highly organised and detail-oriented with excellent time management skills A flexible, can-do attitude - able to adapt to changing needs day to day Confident working independently and taking initiative Strong communication and interpersonal skills Emotionally intelligent and able to maintain appropriate boundaries Driver with own vehicle Discretion and trustworthiness are vital Proficient in Microsoft office

Desirable:

Experience supporting individuals in private households or with caregiving exposure Understanding and appreciation of the challenges of supporting a family where a member receives complex 24/7 care Familiarity with coordinating care or medical-related appointments

Working Pattern & Flexibility

Hybrid role with a combination of working from home and the family's home in Heathfield Up to 30 hours per week across Monday to Friday Flexibility around working hours is essential to accommodate the family's needs


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