
Personal Assistant (2 positions) in Central South Mainland
Private Employer
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Job reference: 185720
Part-Time Personal Assistant (2 positions) in Central South Mainland
Hours: 11.5 hours per week (shared across four PAs)
Competitive rate of pay – details available on request
We are currently seeking two Personal Assistants to join a small, trusted team, providing person-centred support for a friendly and inquisitive 80-year-old woman in her own home.
Duties will include:
- Personal Care – 1 hour each morning
- Batch Cooking – 2 hours/week (flexible timing)
- Social Outings – 2 hours/week (flexible timing; visits to cafes and birdwatching)
- Personal Administration – 0.5 hours/week (flexible timing; sorting mail etc)
You’ll be joining a team led by an experienced lead PA, with administrative support in place.
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Emotionally intelligent and respectful
- Calm, communicative, and confident in their abilities
- Able to show initiative and work collaboratively with other PAs
- Skilled or confident in cooking (preferred but not essential)
- A driver (preferred but not essential)
If you are interested in this job please complete the application form via this link and remember to quote the job reference number from the advert you are applying for.