Salary: £15.53 per hour | £62.12 per sleeping night
Start date: As soon as possible
Hours: Part-time | Flexible
Eligibility: Must live in and be eligible to work in the UK | Minimum age 21 (due to vehicle insurance) | Have a full, clean driving licence
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and fun Personal Assistant / Carer to join the support team of a sociable, ambitious and active male client in Denmead.
He’s a business owner with a degree in Graphic Design and a Master’s in Visual Communication. He’s also a Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme Representative.
A few words from our client
“I have Athetoid Cerebral Palsy and use a powered wheelchair. I live life to the full — whether that’s working, going to the gym or going to the theatre. I’m looking for someone to support me in living independently, while enjoying what we do together along the way.”
What the role involves
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Assisting with personal care
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Helping with everyday tasks like shopping and cooking
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Driving a wheelchair-accessible vehicle
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Enabling the client to fulfil the Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme Athlete Representative role
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Joining in social activities such as football, theatre, concerts and events
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Accompanying on work trips, sometimes with overnight stays
Hours
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Working at least two evenings a week (typically 16:00–22:00, but can vary) and a day shift (09:00–17:00, this will vary dependent on need), totalling 18 hours weekly
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Supporting at least one weekend a month, including overnight stays or travel (e.g. Friday afternoon–Sunday evening or Saturday morning–Sunday evening)
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Covering additional shifts when needed
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Shifts are offered six weeks in advance
About our client
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Friendly, sociable and active
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Loves watching football — especially Portsmouth FC (season ticket holder!)
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Enjoys the theatre, live music, and spending time with family and friends
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Part-shares a black Labrador and enjoys walks
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A big fan of a good mystery drama to unwind
About you
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Reliable, caring and a good communicator
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Physically fit and able to work flexibly
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Confident driver with a full clean licence
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Sense of humour essential!
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Open-minded and happy to learn new skills
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Experience is a bonus, but full training will be provided
What a team member says
“I love this job — every day is different. From going to the gym to work trips and days out, it’s rewarding, supportive and fun.”
How to apply
If this sounds like the job for you, please send your CV and a covering letter to:
Star Support For You Ltd.
Once received, we’ll send you an application form and health declaration form. Please return these to be considered for interview.
All applicants will undergo appropriate pre-employment checks, including past employer references and an Enhanced DBS