Personal Assistant (Thurmaston, Leicestershire)

Job Description

PLEASE NOTE: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL IS NOT THE EMPLOYER FOR THIS JOB. YOU WILL EITHER BE SELF-EMPLOYED OR DIRECTLY EMPLOYED BY THE INDIVIDUAL THAT YOU WILL BE SUPPORTING.

Job Reference: DP314555

Location: Thurmaston, LE4

Rate: £17.50 per hour for self-employed or £13.71 for employed

Hours: 4 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 29th May 2026

A client living in Thurmaston requires a Personal Assistant to support with social engagement and accessing the community.

Role Requirements

You will be required to support the client with:

• Social Support
• Attend the temple
• Walks to the park
• Shopping
• Accessing the community

4 hours per week - To be used flexibly

The client has had stroke, has weakness in hands, reduced mobility and type II diabetes.

For short distances they will use a Zimmer frame and rollator, they have a wheelchair for longer distances.

Gujarati is first language, they can speak limited English.

The client used to attend yoga before their stroke, they like being active. Enjoys going to temples, shopping and going for walks.

Personal Assistant is required to have a full, clean UK driving licence, mileage will be paid directly.

This opportunity is suited for someone who is responsible, reliable, patient, and friendly, and respectful of others’ privacy, dignity, values, and beliefs. Genuine applicants only please.

The role is subject to interview, references and a DBS check (paid for by funding authority if you don’t already have a certificate).

The advert may close before the deadline date if a high number of responses are received

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:

Darshna Pancholi

Telephone: 0116 305 3147

Email: DPSOemploymentsupport@leics.gov.uk

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please forward an up to date CV by emailor complete the application form and return it to the email address above. Please remember to quote reference number DP314555as part of your application.

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This advert has been placed by Leicestershire County Council on behalf of a direct payments recipient. Leicestershire County Council is not the employer. You will either be self-employed or directly employed by the individual that you will be supporting.