Penderels Trust
Female Personal Care Assistant
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Female Personal Care Assistant
Personal Assistant (PA) – Supporting Independent Community Living
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How to Apply
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Location: Erdington (B23, Birmingham)
About the Employer
As a 39-year-old woman with complex health needs—including:
- Autism
- Mental health challenges
- Multiple chronic physical illnesses (having mild-moderate impact on mobility)
I’m a creative Christian with passions for:
- Music & art
- Crochet
- Swimming & cycling (keeping active within my body’s limitations)
I need a Patient Assistant (PA) to help me live autonomously in the community, regain control of my ability to function independently, and improve my quality of life. While familiarity with autism, physical & mental health needs is highly valued, it’s not mandatory.
Key requirements:
- Flexible working arrangements (days/hours can be negotiated at interview).
- Induction and ongoing training provided as needed.
Desired Traits: ✔ Compassionate – understanding and kind where it matters most. ✔ Reliable & punctual – commitment to consistency. ✔ Friendly and perceptive – intuitively recognising subtle needs. ✔ Adaptable communication – adjusting tone, pace, or methods as required.
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If these qualities feel like a great fit, I’d love to discuss how you might support my journey to a more fulfilling life. Please get in touch!
Disability and Health Summarised: 🟢 Relevant Conditions: Mobility (somewhat limited), Vision, Mental Health, Invisible Illnesses 🔘 Hobbies: Creative (art, music, crochet) | Active (swimming, cycling) 🚨 Pets: Tropical fish in a home environment.
Additional Notes:
- Allergies: Medication and aerosol sprays.
About the Role
This is a Patient Assistant (PA) role focused on fostering independence, dignity, and personal growth for a complex case requiring holistic support.
Key Responsibilities
- Personal Care:
- Assistance or prompting with toileting, showering/bathing, bed transfer, and getting dressed.
- Daily Living:
- Cooking/meal prep, meal support, and drink assistance.
- Help with household chores and homemaking tasks.
- Food shopping and budgeting-related needs.
- Medical/Administrative:
- Accompanying to appointments (doctors, specialists, hospitals).
- Support to maintain home paperwork and correspondence (e.g. benefit forms).
- Well-being & Independence:
- Encouraging and organising leisure/sports activities suited to individual capabilities.
- Promoting social connections and friendship-building.
- Trust & Partnership:
- Build a collaborative, trusting one-to-one working relationship.
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Variability: Needs may fluctuate daily, affecting daily tasks. Duties can change based on current requirements.
Safety & Accountability
➡ Report any accidents or hazards immediately to the employer. ➡ Duty of care: Ensure the employer’s safety at all times.
DBS Disclosure: Applicants for this role will undergo a must-have DBS check (costs covered).
Transport Requirements
While a car driver is highly preferred, the job is open to candidates who can demonstrate flexible, reliable access to transportation.
Required Qualities and Skills
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Professional Character: ✔ Honest, reliable, trustworthy, and punctual. ✔ Strict confidentiality (protecting privacy, no social media use related to the role). ✔ Confidence in working independently.
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Emotional Intelligence: ✔ Patience, empathy, non-judgemental emotional support. ✔ Excellent listening skills to adapt and respond to evolving needs.
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Adaptability & Attitude: ✔ Strong interest in supporting disabled/ill individuals, but previous care experience isn’t mandatory. ✔ Willingness to flexibly meet the employer’s ever-changing needs, including hour-to-hour adjustments.
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Key Traits: Conscientious flexibility under pressure remains core.
When You Are Required:
- 30 hours per month (applying to flexible shifts, with dates/times discussed at interview).
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