Personal Assistant

I'm looking for a PA to work with my 44 year old son. He is neurodiverse and struggles particularly with OCD. He needs help accessing social skills with the aim of achieving independent living.

Among the tasks needed for this role are assistance with attending music concerts and rock festivals, cinema and swimming.

His interests include tv, films, listening to rock music and going out for a coffee,

The PA will need to help with shopping and a little cooking. No personal care is required.

The hours will be between 4 and 8 hours per week, afternoons or evenings preferred. Possibility of occasional weekend or bank holiday working for concerts, etc.

Duties include:

• Other relevant duties as required


• Administration


• Shopping


• Cooking


• Transportation


• Companionship


• Visit to rock festival requires planning and organisation and logistical duties on the day.


• Swimming trips can be at anti-social times so flexibility is essential.
  
  Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality


• Reliable with good timekeeping


• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative


• Hygienic, tidy and well organised


• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties


• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills


• Honest and cheerful


• Creative


• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard


• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety


• Patient and understanding of the particular needs of those with neurodiversity.


• Able to be flexible with duties and react to client's variable presentation.


• Good humour essential, as is a holistic approach to the role.


Additional requirements

Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours

Notes:

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & BarringService check if required.