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Coventry

Female Personal Assistant

Radford, CV6, West Midlands

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Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1 applies to this vacancy.

Job reference COV17854VT1 Closes 12th November 2026
Hourly rate £15.00
Hours 12 hours 15 minutes per week, potentially covered by one PA or shared between two regular PAs.
Contract type Permanent
Driving Driving licence essential
Care experience Not essential Genuine interest in supporting people required

When you are required

Availability is required on the following days and times:

Monday Looking for care calls at approx 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Tuesday Looking for care calls at approx 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Wednesday Looking for care calls at approx 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Thursday Looking for care calls at approx 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Friday Looking for care calls at approx 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Saturday Looking for care calls at approx 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Sunday Looking for care calls at approx 2.30pm and 7.30pm

Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.

About the employer

I'm an autistic woman in my early 30s, a Biology university student, with a gothic/alternative style, a dark sense of humour and a very busy life! My home is lively, loud and chaotic most of the time, and I wouldn't have it any other way! I have eight pets, including three cats, two rabbits, an African pygmy hedgehog and two very large, very energetic dogs. I'm looking for a friendly, reliable, down to earth Personal Assistant (or two PAs sharing the hours) who has a good sense of humour, genuinely loves animals and is confident around large dogs. My health and support needs: I have several physical and mental health conditions, multiple allergies and a contamination phobia. I can sometimes faint or become unwell, so I need someone who can remain calm, practical and level-headed rather than panicking. I'm very particular about household rules, hygiene and routines, both for my own safety and for my animals. I need someone who is willing to learn and consistently follow these procedures, takes them seriously and respects why they're important. A strong stomach and a willingness to help with the less glamorous aspects of daily life are essential! My animals: My animals are a huge part of my life, so genuinely loving animals is essential, not just tolerating them. My two dogs are large, energetic and excitable. They're both in ongoing training, so I need someone who is confident around them and willing to follow their established training rules, cues and boundaries consistently. One of my cats has pica, so following household precautions to keep potentially dangerous items out of reach is also essential. How I'd like us to work together: I'm looking for someone who will support me to maintain my independence, not take over my home or my life. I enjoy collaboration, communication and working together to find practical solutions. I appreciate suggestions and initiative, but I'd like my PA to check in with me rather than independently deciding to carry out tasks or change routines. I'm looking for a supportive working relationship built on mutual respect, clear communication, reliability and a sense of humour. I'd particularly welcome someone who understands autism and ADHD, enjoys goth/emo/alternative culture or has similar interests, although these aren't essential requirements.

Disability and health conditions

  • Mobility / Physical
  • Cognitive / Learning
  • Mental Health

Hobbies and interests

  • Television
  • Music

Other relevant information

  • The individual is a smoker.
  • The individual has allergies.
  • The individual keeps pets in the home.

About the role

Duties and responsibilities

  • Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed and getting dressed.
  • Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.
  • Assist with household chores and general homemaking.
  • Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.
  • Promote and encourage friendships and independence.
  • Develop a good and trusting one-to-one working relationship.
Genuinely loves animals and is confident with large, energetic dogs. • Calm, practical and level-headed when things go wrong. • Respectful of allergies, hygiene requirements and household rules. • Willing to follow established animal training.

The individual's needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately and to report defects or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

Due to the nature of the work, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure. Costs will be covered.

Transport requirement

A full driving licence is essential as the role requires you to drive the employer's vehicle.

Required skills

  • Be honest, reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
  • Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
  • Be able to work on own initiative.
  • Work as part of a team.
  • Be able to follow instructions accurately.
  • Be patient, supportive and caring.
  • Have good listening skills and be able to provide non-judgemental emotional support.
  • Be empathetic.
  • Previous caring experience is not essential, however you should have a genuine interest in supporting people with a disability/illness to achieve their goals.
  • Be able to work flexibly, adapting to the employer’s needs on a daily basis.
  • Flexibility would be an advantage as the hours may be variable.
  • Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.
  • Have a lively personality.
An appreciation of alternative culture or similar interests and Understanding of autism and ADHD preferred.

Required training

Successful candidates are required to undertake any training considered necessary and appropriate to the role.

  • Moving and Handling. Training will be provided by the employer.
  • First Aid. Training will be provided by the employer.