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ILA  has  a register of short and long-term positions 

across  London. If you are  looking for a permanent

job  or  ad   hoc   shifts  to  suit,  then  you need to

complete an application form to receive PA Vacancy

Alerts as they become available.​​​​​​​​

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POSITION BA31 - Southall UB1

A man with significant hearing and sight loss is seeking a PA to provide 8 hours of support per week (a combination of remote and face-to-face work). The PA User writes stories which he would very much like to publish one day. That is why he is looking for a PA who can provide assistance with reading, research, finding suitable publishing avenues, providing advice etc. The PA User also needs some practical support when dealing with paperwork/admin. It takes him time to establish new relationships and build trust with an individual. And although it may be a bit challenging at first, it is an interesting opportunity for someone looking for a long-term placement. Successful candidate needs to have good English skills. The salary is £16 per hour (ILA)

TO START IN JUNE

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POSITION BS10 - Islington

Female PA User is looking for a PA to assist her on a regular basis with general household chores, and also to accompany her to meetings and appointments, etc. The tasks include cleaning, shopping, laundry and ironing, assistance with correspondence and ensure the PA User can keep on top of bills.  It is essential that a PA has flexibility and commitment to respond and be available for work when the PA User requires them. This will be for a few hours per week in general and then when the user has a seizure, the PA will need to be available at short notice (a couple of hours) to provide high level personal assistance and possibly sleeping over. The hours will initially be: mornings 9am to midday; this may be increased in the future. The salary is £13.85 per hour (ILA)

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POSITION DN42 - Southall UB2

Female* PA required for a woman in Southall for 9 hours per day once a week – you can decide which day. The PA User has no physical movement and communicates non-verbally; you will need to learn her method of communication. You must be proactive by thinking of things to do each shift ie arts and crafts, Facebook, films, chitchat, etc. You need to have a good level of English; ideally someone who can be more of a companion; you must like dogs and cats! The salary is £13.15 per hour (ILA)

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POSITION HD21 – Highgate NW5

PA required to work on 3 days per week from 8.30am to 6.30pm (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, third day TBC). This position is to drive a Disabled man to and from work and also to assist him at work with office-based administration. You need to be punctual, efficient and good at timekeeping and meeting deadlines.

The salary is £17.50 per hour (ILA)        

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POSITION JB74 – Worcester Park KT4

Disabled student undertaking a Masters in Sustainable Development is seeking PA/PAs to support him in his day-to-day life. There are currently 35 hours per week, to mostly cover Mon, Wed (daytime), Thu-Fri with some evenings/weekends. The PA User has a keen interest in healthcare, science and being outdoors; has a varied taste in music, watching sports, films, museums, faith related activities (Christian) and meditation.

The PAs will be required to assist with personal care and domestic tasks as well as going out. Driving is essential for this role, and you need to have a UK or EU licence. Availability to work from 7am to 8pm, shifts will vary each week depending on what is required but you will be guaranteed a fixed number of hours. Worcester Park is 20mins from Vauxhall Station/25 mins from Waterloo Station. The salary is £13.85 per hour (Direct employment)

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POSITION PM19 – SUPPORT WORKER IN SW9

Personal Assistant/Support Worker is required to support a young woman at her workplace in Brixton, SW9. The days of work are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 4 hours per day (to be worked between 12pm and 6pm). The PA User is prone to respiratory infections, therefore it is very important that the PA keeps a good personal hygiene. The tasks include personal care (toilet and hand washing assistance, putting a coat on/off); help getting set-up in the office and packing away; opening the door; getting equipment out of a bag; physical support with using office equipment; holding books/files; assistance with food, making hot drinks etc. Please note that the PA User has OCD and there will be quirky things that you will be required to do (for example excessive cleanliness). If you cannot accept this as a part of the placement, please do not apply. The salary is £16.25 per hour (ILA)

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POSITION SB37 – Hanwell W7

A female musician with ADHD and autism is looking for a PA who can work on a flexible basis. Suitable days of work are Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and the PA User needs practical and physical help with organising her home space, unpacking boxes, organising her garden, help with paperwork and admin, phone calls, clothes care, food preparation, cleaning, general personal assistance. The salary is £13.85 per hour (ILA)

 

POSITION SM52 - ADMINISTRATOR/SUPPORT WORKER in SW1H

Personal Assistant to support a disabled man at work in DHSC (Victoria Street, SW1H). The shifts are: 2 days at (7.5 hours each) per week starting at 11am and finishing at 7.30pm. The days of the week will be Tuesday and Friday. There is a 30-minute lunch break and 2 X 15-minute breaks in the morning and afternoon. These are agreed at the start of each day and will need to fit into the day’s schedule. The salary is £17.50 per hour plus holiday pay (holidays must coincide with those of the PA User) and pension contributions where applicable (ILA)

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*Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for a male/female worker to work with our client.​​

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