Job Description

Personal Assistant - Weekend Role (Independent Living)

About the Role

I am a physically disabled young woman employing Personal Assistants to support me to live independently in my own home. I work, have an active social life, and share my home with two dogs. This role is about working with me, enabling me to live my life on my own terms.

You will be joining a small, established team of eight Personal Assistants, working together to provide consistent and reliable support.

Contract Details

Permanent contract 6-month probationary period

Pay, Training & Leave

15.00 per hour Fully paid training provided (including hoist use) Annual leave: 5.6 weeks per year, pro rata Leave year runs April - March

Hours & Shifts

Saturday and Sunday Start time: 8:00am Finish time: flexible between 5:00pm and 9:00pm, depending on your preference Approximately 18-26 contracted hours per weekend (9-13 hours per day) Additional hours available through covering annual leave, shift swaps, and occasional extra support Annual leave and shift changes are managed collaboratively within the team

What Support Looks Like

Assistance with personal tasks such as dressing, grooming, and toileting, when required Supporting safe transfers using a hoist, following agreed guidance and training Support with mobility using appropriate equipment and techniques Practical support around the home, including light cleaning, laundry, and tidying Supporting meal preparation and eating where needed Support to get to and from appointments and social activities Accompanying me out and about as part of an active lifestyle Helping with the day-to-day care of my two dogs

Person Specification / Criteria

Essential

A respectful, person-led approach and willingness to take direction Reliability, punctuality, and commitment to agreed hours Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately Understanding of the importance of privacy, dignity, and boundaries Willingness to learn and follow agreed ways of working Comfortable working in someone's home Comfortable around dogs
Desirable

Experience working as a Personal Assistant or in a similar home based role Understanding of disability rights or the Independent Living movement Experience using mobility equipment or a willingness to learn A flexible approach and ability to work as part of a small team
No formal qualifications or previous care experience are required. Attitude, reliability, and respect are more important than experience.

Equal Opportunities Statement

I am committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Recruitment decisions will be based on suitability for the role and alignment with the values of independent living.

How to Apply

If you are interested in a person-led role and supporting independent living, please apply with your CV outlining any relevant experience or transferable skills.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18 - 26 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Downpatrick BT30 9ER: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you able and willing to work at least one of Thursday, Friday or Saturday nights?
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Care: 1 year (preferred) Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person