Personal Assistant - Leeds, United Kingdom - Resurgence Case Management Ltd

Resurgence Case Management Ltd

Verified Company

Leeds, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Personal assistant required for man with cerebral palsy, who works as a freelance journalist.

The role is mainly administrative, with the possibility of some daytime care support. Other PAs will provide personal cares.

Initially 12 hours per week over 2-3 days depending on needs, including some weekend hours when sports reporting is needed.

Rates of pay vary from £13.50 (weekdays) to £14.50 (weekends) with extra pay on bank holidays.

Office and internet skills essential plus some knowledge of current media landscape.

All necessary training provided.

Clean driving licence essential.

Admin tasks include:

Typing up dictation when required, in person and from audio files
Coordinating paper and electronic diaries
Sending invoices and chasing payments for journalism work
Assisting with general paperwork, letters etc.
Liaising with case management and booking mandatory training for staff
Stock taking of medical supplies and ordering as needed

Other information:

Some weekend hours to cover sporting events or freelance work opportunities
Driving wheelchair accessible van, training will be provided
Some assistance with cares (eg eating or drinking) may be required at times
Possibility of covering for other PAs if needed due to sickness, holidays etc once trained

Person spec

Essential skills/attributes_
Some knowledge of current media landscape
High attention to detail and accuracy with typing tasks and proofreading ability
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Excellent organisational skills to manage workload
Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
Clean driving license and ability to drive wheelchair accessible vehicle
Flexibility with working hours to meet deadlines
Desirable skills/experience_
Previous experience in an admin or media based role
Journalism or Media based qualification
Any previous experience in a healthcare or support role would also be advantageous