Carer / Personal Assistant

Main Duties

I am a disabled female in King’s Cross looking for female Carer/Personal Assistant support. I have a history of Fashion Design and Environmental Management and am a very creative individual. I have a very detail oriented mind, an eye for design and an appreciation for art in it’s many forms. I am also very open minded and like to surround myself with people who are similar or can cultivate new perspectives in all areas of knowledge.

I have multiple issues for which I require a carer, including; Fibromyalgia, chronic back pain caused by injury (post operation), chronic fatigue, arthritis, anxiety/depression and dyslexia. The Carers/PA’s I am looking for must genuinely wish to assist me with living a fulfilling life and have the necessary skills to do so. I require someone who is compassionate and supportive. They must also have the ability to understand that my problems are a lot of the time not visible and whilst I may look OK, I am always in a lot of pain and is chronically fatigued.

I value a can-do attitude and inquiring mind over past professional experience and have employed people from a vast array of faculties and backgrounds. This role offers plenty of flexibility and as it is a 10 minute walk from Central Saint Martins and a 5 minute walk from King’s Cross station, I have employed a number of UAL students over the years.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Assisting with medication and therapies
• Administration and general organisation
• Household domestic tasks
• Planning and preparing meals
• Personal care tasks
• Shopping
• Sewing and mending things

Skills and Experience Required

• Previous Carer/PA experience – However, applications from non-carers/PAs will be considered if applicants can demonstrate they have the necessary skills
• A good level of English, both spoken and written is essential
• A good level of numeracy is essential – basic mathematics will be frequently called upon
•  Computer literacy – Experience with Word/Excel/MindJet is desirable
• Cooking – An interest in healthy diet/nutrition would be beneficial
• Organisation – The client’s daily routine requires management of many factors, good organisational skills are a must

Regarding Covid Vaccination

The client is a ‘Free Choice Employer’ and believes it is everyone’s right to decide whether to be vaccinated or not.

DBS Check

A valid DBS check will be required for any successful candidate

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.