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We are seeking a reliable and dedicated Personal Assistant (PA) to support a Disabled Artist with complex care needs. The PA will work for 7 hours per week supporting the Artist to engage in commitments relating to her work as a self employed creative and music artist.
Duties:
- Provide physical and wellbeing support to help the artist manage their health conditions;
- Attend and support the artist at creative commitments (gigs, photoshoots, festivals, residencies, etc.);
- Support with pre/post event preparation: packing, planning, transport, shopping;
- Drive the artist to various locations (long-distance travel may be required with reasonable built in breaks);
- Assist with admin and communication duties both personal and professional;
- Help with occasional domestic tasks;
- Maintain confidentiality and act with professionalism at all times;
- Support with moving and carrying equipment (e.g. instruments or stands).
- Body doubling (https://www.youtube.com/shorts/4p8aYwiHWAY - what is body doubling?);
- Support with research relating to the artist's role e.g. finding new job opportunities and funding streams;
- Support the artist with writing emails, bids and other documents relating to their work;
- Flexibility to work some late nights, weekends and occasional overnight stays. (There will be discussions around general availability and schedule considering both parties personal circumstances).
Please note: This list is not exhaustive. Other reasonable duties outside of the ones above should be expected.
We are seeking a multi skilled individual to deliver this role. Below are some key qualities necessary for successfully supporting the artist.
Health Support, Disability Awareness and Understanding
- Strong understanding of hidden disabilities and mental health conditions.
- An understanding of the 'Social Model of Disability' and Neurodiversity or, a willingness to learn about these.
- Valid DBS within the last 3 years, or willing to apply for one.
Flexibility & Practical Support
- Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional overnight stays
- Able to adapt calmly and reliably to changing situations or schedules
- A confident driver with a UK licence, access to a vehicle, and appropriate insurance (reasonable travel expenses reimbursed)
Communication & Advocacy
- Excellent open and honest communication skills
- Ability to communicate in a clear, respectful and accessible way
- Able to advocate or challenge situations on the artist's behalf when needed
- Comfortable managing complex interpersonal or logistical situations with confidence and care.
Organisation & Responsibility
- Excellent timekeeping and scheduling skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a practical, creative approach to tasks
- Understands the impact of last-minute cancellations on a freelance artist's career
- Consistently conducts themselves in a kind, caring, and respectful manner.
Work Eligibility & Admin
- Must be registered as self-employed
- Commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional conduct
- Access to own laptop and car is necessary.
If there are some you don't have specific experience of, but a willingness to learn; we would still like to hear from you.
Previous qualifications are desirable but not necessary for th
Please send an email with your CV and covering letter to [email protected]
If you have any questions about the role, or require this information in a different format; please get in touch with the email address above.
We will be shortlisting very soon, so please apply as soon as possible. The deadline is 5pm on 9th March 2026. Looking forward to hearing from you!