Personal Assistant for a young woman P/T@ £12.89/hr in NR3- FTE - £25.1k - Norwich - NR3

I am a woman with Cerebral Palsy in her early 20s. I graduated from university with a degree in English Literature with Creative Writing three years ago and now work as a freelance writer mostly from home but also around Norfolk.

I’m a very extroverted individual always willing to go out and spend time with friends. I passed my driving test two years ago, which has made this easier. I feel very strongly that disabled people should not be treated any differently. I have a dark sense of humour. I’m very independent, but I would like help keeping my house clean now that I am a homeowner.

I would like a friendly person to assist me with this for 4.5 hours a week. I love talking about literature, art, movies and pop culture.

General duties will include:  

If you feel this is a role that would suit you, we'd love to hear from you! 

Person Specification
Essential Qualities
- Friendly, caring and professional
- A good understanding of household tasks and cleaning
- Able to support food preparation as needed
- Female preferred, due to personal care requirements (schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010)
- Reliable

Desirable Qualities
- Shared interests would be advantageous - I love literature and film!
- Previous experience is desirable, however we can provide comprehensive online training and I am happy to talk about my disability with you.


Summary Terms and Conditions
Rate of Pay
Self Employed £15.55 per hour
Employed £12.89 per hour 

A higher hourly rate is available for self-employed carers, reflecting that they are responsible for their own holiday provision, National Insurance, pension arrangements, and other employment-related costs. Employees receive these benefits through their employment package, which is reflected in the employed rate.

Expenses
You will be reimbursed for any reasonable and pre-approved expenses incurred in the course of carrying out your duties. 

Where a personal vehicle is used to transport a service user and mileage reimbursement is to be claimed, this arrangement must be authorised in advance, documented within the service user's care plan, and processed in accordance with the organisation's payroll procedures.

Hours & Days of Work
4.5 hours per week; shifts flexible and fully negotiable.

Location of Work
NR3

Holiday Entitlement
Employees and workers in the UK are entitled to a minimum of 5.6 weeks' paid annual leave per year on an FTE basis. Part time roles will be calculated pro rata. Self-employed individuals are not entitled to statutory paid holiday leave, and any time off is unpaid unless they make their own financial arrangements.
 
Mandatory Training
Where the duties of this role include food preparation, moving and handling, the use of hazardous substances (including household cleaning products), or the administration or handling of medication, you will be required to successfully complete all relevant mandatory training and any associated competency assessments. There are a number of virtual courses that can be provided to you in order to support you in succeeding in your role.

Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.

References
This post is subject to satisfactory references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer.

Probationary Period 
This appointment is subject to a six-month probationary period, during which your performance, conduct, attendance, and suitability for the role will be monitored and assessed.