Personal Assistant

difficulties is looking for a Personal Assistant to provide support with

voluntary work placements and accessing the local community. He thrives

with routine, structure and the support of calm, reliable and friendly people.

He enjoys football and animated films and benefits from support that

promotes independence, confidence and community involvement.

His support is coordinated and managed by his mother, who will arrange his

schedule, liaise with the successful applicant and provide ongoing guidance

to ensure his support remains consistent, person-centred and responsive to

his needs. This role would suit someone who is happy to work closely with

family members as part of a wider support network.

Hours and rate

of pay

9 hours per week minimum. Most weeks, approximately 6 hours will be, DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check, Right to Work and references will be needed.

Supporting a young adult to attend and participate in voluntary work

placements, including assistance with travel, providing prompts and

reminders when required, and helping him remain focused on tasks.

What you

would be

doing…

Providing support to access community activities such as the cinema, social

groups and other leisure activities, while encouraging confidence and

independence.

Acting as a trusted and supportive presence for a vulnerable young adult

who may require assistance managing money, travel passes and personal

belongings when out in the community.

Providing companionship, conversation and reassurance in a friendly and

supportive manner, helping him feel safe, valued and included.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

We are looking for someone who is friendly, reliable, patient, calm and

sociable, with a genuine interest in supporting autistic individuals.

worked on the same day, between 9:30am and 3:30pm. Support is required

across Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, although applicants do not need to

be available on all of these days. £12.71 per hour.