Personal Assistant

When you are required

Specific working days have not been stated.

Dates and times are flexible and can be discussed at interview.

About the employer

A warm, reliable, and encouraging Personal Assistant is required to support a friendly 21-year-old young man in developing greater independence and confidence in managing everyday life. This is not primarily a care or supervision role. The successful candidate will work alongside him, providing support with areas such as planning his week, organising activities and appointments, using public transport, budgeting, shopping, cooking, communication, and developing the practical skills needed to manage day-to-day life more independently. The focus of the role is to promote and encourage independence, supporting him to achieve tasks for himself rather than doing things on his behalf. He is a friendly and capable young man who already manages many aspects of daily life independently. The ideal candidate will be someone who can build a positive and trusting relationship with him, recognise his strengths, and provide gentle encouragement and support in the areas he finds more challenging. Experience of supporting young adults with learning difficulties or additional needs would be beneficial; however, personal qualities and approach are equally important. Patience, reliability, strong organisational skills, a good sense of humour, and a genuine belief in people’s abilities to develop and achieve their goals are essential attributes for this role. The position offers regular weekly hours, with some flexibility to accommodate activities, appointments, and his schedule.

Disability and health conditions

Cognitive / Learning

Other relevant information

The individual has allergies. Coeliac
The individual keeps pets in the home. 1 Friendly dog

About the role

Duties and responsibilities

Support with managing paperwork & correspondence.

The individual's needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately and to report defects or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

Due to the nature of the work, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure. Costs will be covered.

Transport requirement

Car driver and car owner – must have business insurance.

Required skills

Be self-motivated with a willingness to get involved.