Personal Care Assistant (Adult) Carlisle ILC-C-173
Wearepeoplefirst
| Company | Wearepeoplefirst |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Carlisle |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 3 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 15 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
Contract Type: Contract
Holiday Entitlement: 5.6 weeks or equivalent / rolled up holiday pay
Benefits: Employers Pension Scheme, Full Training Provided
Two positions available with various hours to join a small, supportive team, contributing to a 24/7 package of care for a gentleman with complex needs.
Personal Care Assistant – Complex Care Support (two positions available)
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Assistants to join our small, supportive team, contributing to a 24/7 package of care for a gentleman with complex needs.
Our client is non-verbal and lives with cerebral palsy, learning difficulties, and epilepsy. He uses a wheelchair and enjoys being out in the community, taking part in activities, and living an active social life.
A key requirement of the role is that you are able to deliver high-quality, person-centred care both at home and when out in the community, supporting with personal care, daily living tasks, and encouraging independence. You will work on a 2:1 support ratio during the day.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
• An excellent communicator
• A full UK driving licence holder
• Physically able to push a wheelchair and support the client to take part in a wide range of activities most days
• Flexible and adaptable, willing to cover sickness and holidays
• Enthusiastic, caring, compassionate, patient and committed.
What We Offer
• A variety of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts (day shifts and sleepovers), on a rota basis.
• Enhanced pay rates for bank holidays
• Full training and development
• Sick pay
• £13.95 per hour and £108.43 sleeping night rate
• A supportive, positive working environment.
The posts available are for 8-16hrs per week contracted and a bank worker on a zero-hours contract to cover annual leave, sickness and training.
Further details of days and times can be discussed at the interview stage.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to someone’s life while working within a close-knit and enthusiastic team.
FAQs
How do I apply?
Click APPLY NOW and complete the form, or email your CV that details your relevant skills, knowledge and experience applicable to this post to [email protected] using the reference ILC-C-173
Please specify if you are applying for the guaranteed hours or zero-hours.
Who will be my employer?
You will be employed by the customer who we are advertising on behalf of.
When can I expect to hear back about my application?
If your application meets the relevant criteria, we will forward your CV onto our customer who will review your application and contact you direct should they wish to discuss/proceed with your application at this stage.