Direct Payment Worker

Personal Assistant is required to support a lady in her mid 40's living in Wilberfoss. The role involves providing practical day-to-day support to help this lady maintain her independence and a well-run household. This lady is a full-time wheelchair user and is able to transfer independently. She has a medical condition which affects balance, coordination, speech, and vision. The days to be worked are Tuesday to Friday, with some flexibility required for appointments.,

• Preparing meals and assisting with general kitchen tasks.
• Carrying out household duties including hoovering, cleaning, laundry, ironing, and changing bed linen.
• Supporting with administrative tasks such as making appointments, handling telephone calls, and completing forms.
• Providing transport for weekly food shopping and attending appointments (e.g. hairdresser, dentist, GP).
• Offering general support in maintaining an organised and comfortable home environment., This role would suit someone who takes pride in maintaining a household and enjoys supporting others in a practical and respectful manner. The position offers a consistent weekly schedule with some flexibility required to meet varying appointment needs.
Due to the nature of the personal care duties involved, we are seeking a female support worker for this role. This requirement is a genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, where privacy and personal dignity are paramount. DBS/Reference checks will be required for this post - Cost to be met by the local authority. Job title Direct Payment Worker - Wilberfoss Job Reference/Advert Number ERYC009628 Application closing date 04/11/2026 Location Direct Payments Salary Blank Package Blank Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Blank Attachments Blank Job description About the Role Personal Assistant is required to support a lady in her mid 40's living in Wilberfoss. The role involves providing practical day-to-day support to help this lady maintain her independence and a well-run household. This lady is a full-time wheelchair user and is able to transfer independently. She has a medical condition which affects balance, coordination, speech, and vision. The days to be worked are Tuesday to Friday, with some flexibility required for appointments., This role would suit someone who takes pride in maintaining a household and enjoys supporting others in a practical and respectful manner. The position offers a consistent weekly schedule with some flexibility required to meet varying appointment needs. Due to the nature of the personal care duties involved, we are seeking a female support worker for this role. This requirement is a genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, where privacy and personal dignity are paramount. DBS/Reference checks will be required for this post - Cost to be met by the local authority.


• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Friendly, patient, and supportive in approach.
• Flexible to accommodate occasional changes in schedule due to appointments.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle (essential) Must have business insurance.
• Previous care or personal assistant experience is desirable but not essential.