Personal Assistant DP5349


Company:	Independent Lives
Salary:	from £12.71 an hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Worthing
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Oct 2026
Closing date:	6 Nov 2026

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Summary

Personal Assistant

Ref: DP5349

Location: Worthing

Details

Drivers licence required: Yes

Own vehicle needed: Yes

Employment status:

Employed

Hours per week:

2 - 4 Hours, twice a week - Days are flexible More hours available in school holidays

Hourly pay rate:

£12.71

We are looking for a friendly and reliable Personal Assistant to support a young person after school and during school holidays.

The role includes:

Supporting a young person to access the community

Going on walks and enjoying outdoor activities

Assisting with gardening and nature-based interests

Encouraging independence, confidence, and social engagement

Providing support in a fun, safe, and positive way

This role would suit someone who enjoys being outdoors, is patient and caring, and is passionate about helping young people enjoy activities they enjoy

Duties include:

- Other relevant duties as required

- Transportation

- Companionship

Candidate qualities:

- 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

- Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard

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

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 & Barring Service check if required. If the role is offered on a self-employed basis, you will be responsible for the cost of your own DBS check.

If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

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