Personal Assistant & Carer

Personal Assistant / Carer

Location: Northampton

Hours: Casual/Zero hours

Employment Type: Casual, Part time

Hourly rate: £12\.77

About Me

I am a friendly, sociable individual with a love for football (NTFC season ticket holder), theatre, cinema, crafting, dog walks, coffee outings, and spending time with friends and family. I am also a big Disney fan and an annual pass holder for Disneyland Paris.

About the Role

I am looking for a reliable and compassionate individual to join an existing team of four Personal Assistants who support me with day\-to\-day living, health needs, and accessing the community.

This is a varied and rewarding role that would suit someone who is confident, well\-organised, and adaptable, with a positive and proactive approach.

The position is offered on a casual basis, providing cover for annual leave and sickness as required. Flexibility and a willingness to step in at short notice would be highly valued.

I have multiple disabilities and chronic health conditions, including (but not limited to):

• Mast Cell Activation Syndrome


• Addison’s Disease


• POTS


• Hypermobile EDS


• Fibromyalgia \& Chronic Pain Syndrome


• Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)


• Asthma

I am a wheelchair user and have limited mobility, with a high risk of falls and fainting episodes. You will play a vital role in ensuring my safety, wellbeing, and independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care, including washing and dressing as required


• Administering medication, including via PEG\-J, and supporting pain management


• Monitoring health, recognising symptoms of Addison’s crisis or anaphylaxis, administering emergency medication, and calling for help when required


• Supporting me with meal preparation, fluids, and PEG feeding


• Assisting with basic housekeeping (cleaning, laundry, food shopping) – maintaining a sterile environment due to severe immunocompromise


• Providing reminders and prompts throughout the day (hydration, appliances, medication, etc.)


• Assisting with cooking and carrying items safely due to fainting risk


• Attending medical appointments, taking notes, and helping me retain information


• Supporting me to access hobbies and social activities, including football matches (using carer tickets), theatre, cinema, and community outings


• Walking my assistance dog with me


• Ordering, receiving, and stock\-checking medical equipment and medications


• Accompanying me to UK\-wide events and meetings when required for my job

Hours \& Rota

• Casual/zero hours\- no fixed hours


• Day \& Night time shifts


• Shifts ideally 8–12 hours


• Rotas arranged in advance

About You

• Caring, patient, calm, and reliable


• Comfortable supporting complex health needs


• Able to remain calm in medical or emergency situations


• Organised and confident with medication routines


• Respectful of boundaries and confidentiality

Essential / Desirable:

• Previous care experience (preferred but not essential for the right person)


• Full UK driving licence


• Aged 25\+ to drive the mobility vehicle


• Must be comfortable around dogs as I have an assistance dog

What You’ll Get

• A meaningful, person\-centred role making a real difference


• Flexible working hours


• Advance rota planning


• Opportunity to support travel, events, and enjoyable activities


• A supportive and respectful working environment

Pay: £12\.77 per hour

Application question(s):

• Do you have a Driving Licence?

Work Location: In person

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