Personal Assistant for a Visually Impaired Individual in York

4 weeks ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Disability North Full time

This is an exciting opportunity to work as a personal assistant for a visually impaired individual living in central York. The ideal candidate will be a reliable, cheerful, and professional person who can accompany the individual on walks, hospital appointments, and swimming sessions. The role also involves light housework, cooking, and gardening.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to take detailed notes, and be comfortable using PPE in the individual's home and when out and about. A clean driving license and experience with Motability vehicles would be an advantage.

The wage for this role is £12.50 per hour, plus 5.6 weeks paid holiday pro rata, with an annual increment every April. The successful candidate will also be required to undergo a DBS check and provide references.

This is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.

The successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K. at the time of starting their employment.



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