Personal Assistant; Thurmaston, Leicestershire

role overview

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 – one hour in the morning, monday to sunday (hours could be shared, to be discussed at interview)

contract: permanent

closing date: 25th july 2026

a client living in thurmaston requires support from a personal assistant.

you will be required to support the client with:

• washing and dressing
• morning routines
• domestic tasks
• accessing the community
• shopping
• attending temple
• going on walks
• visiting places of interest

ideally you will speak gujarati, as this is their first language and they can only speak a limited amount of english.

the client has had a stroke, has weakness in their hands, reduced mobility, and type ii diabetes. They used to attend yoga prior to their stroke, and enjoy being active, visiting temples, shopping and parks for walks.

for short distances the client will use a zimmer frame and rollator; for longer distances they have a wheelchair.

you must have a full, clean uk driving licence. Mileage will be paid by the client.

• 5.6 weeks paid annual leave (pro rata)
• pension, tax and ni contributions (directly employed)

this opportunity is suited for someone who is responsible, reliable, patient, and respectful of others’ privacy, dignity, values and beliefs.

genuine applicants only please.

the role is subject to interview, references and a dbs check.

to apply, send an up-to-date cv to email: dpsoem and quote reference dp31455. Alternatively, contact darshna pancholi at telephone  for an informal discussion.

leicestershire county council is not the employer.