PA/Carer required to support a Friendly Young Adult with LD+ Autism in Bedford AA-BB-001


Company:	Blue Sky Brokers
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Bedford Borough, MK40 4GL
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Sept 2026
Closing date:	14 Nov 2026

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Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a caring, reliable, and committed Personal Assistant to support a young adult with learning disabilities to develop independence, develop daily living skills, and enjoy an active and fulfilling life within the community.

This role offers the opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term support relationship.

The successful applicant will provide support both within the home and out in the community, encouraging independence, confidence, and social inclusion.

Contract Type

Part Time

Permanent

Roles and Responsibilities

Provide support to attend a local gym in a safe and structured way. Encourage participation in social, leisure, and community activities.

Help build confidence and independence in community setting.

Ensure safety and wellbeing at all times during activities.

Support with developing and maintaining independent living skills, Assist with household tasks and daily chores, support with shopping, and cooking.

Promote self-help /independence, choice, dignity, and wellbeing at all times.

Support communication through conversation with simple English.

Help plan and organise social activities with family, friends, and support networks.

Build a positive, consistent, and trusting working relationship.

Advert Details

Employer Gender: Male

Hourly Rate: £13.28

Hours Per Week: 24 hours per week during school holidays and 6 hours on 13 weekend days per year (Saturday or Sunday)

How will the hours be used: Can be used flexibly throughout the week and weekends during School holidays

Employer requires transport? Yes

Support a young adult College student, during holiday periods.

Essential requirements

Specific Requirements Experience in supporting individuals with autism and learning disabilities in community settings Calm, patient, and empathetic nature Reliable and consistent approach to support Good communication skills Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Support Worker, or Carer. Full UK driving licence, access to own vehicle. A commitment to working alongside the individual rather than doing tasks for them. Autism awareness training completed, or willingness to undertake training such as the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism. Reliable, trustworthy, and professional approach to work. Young person with understanding of Learning Disabilities/Autism with young people. Open to all who have worked in Care-sector, OT, Physiotherapist, TA's etc.

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