Female Personal Assistant for Film and Theatre Producer with Cerebral Palsy

Description

Position: Female Personal Assistant

Location: North London (N10)

Employment Type: Part-time and ad hoc positions available

Salary: Starting at £18 per hour, rising to £20 per hour after successful completion of up to 8-week probationary period

Start date: ASAP (also happy to wait for notice)

About the Role: I’m a 40-year-old female who works in film and theatre following completion of my masters degree. I have cerebral palsy and use augmentative and alternative communication to communicate as I have no biological speech. I’m looking for someone who can assist with both my creative work and provide personal care support. I’m currently (and pretty much always) working on several exciting projects. The role is based in a domestic setting in North London, and while at work, you will have your own private room with an en suite.

Key Responsibilities:

Creative Assistance: Assist with research, administrative tasks, and some creative duties related to film and theatre production.

Travel Support: Accompany and assist with travel to meetings, rehearsals, auditions, and social events, including trips in and out of London.

Personal Care: Provide support with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and general hygiene (no lifting involved).

Housekeeping: Perform household tasks, including maintaining equipment, cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc.



Essential Requirements:

High level of spoken and written English

Physically fit (able to walk distances whilst we are out and perform basic household duties)

Open-minded with a sense of humour

Willingness to advocate for me if needed

Good IT skills

Female

Ability to work both under instruction and on own initiative

Interest in learning about disability rights and the Social Model of Disability

Ability to stay calm and composed in challenging situations



Desirable Skills:

Full driving licence (for travel within the UK)

Interest in theatre, arts, or filmmaking

Experience or knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication



Additional Information:

Shifts are approximately 12 hours long

Optional paid overnight shifts

Currently shifts are available primarily at weekends, with the option of covering holidays etc during the week. I am open to adhoc positions that are flexible, eg working a few shifts a month as mutually agreed.

Options for PAYE or self-employment (UTR required).

Role includes a paid break and meals during shifts.



How to Apply: If you are a friendly, creative, level-headed, and adaptable female and are interested in this role, send your CV and cover letter to kate.unspoken@gmail.com. In your email please specify the level of shifts you would be interested in.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Ad ID: 5416406034