Energetic and Fun-Loving Personal Assistant for our 8-year-old son NDS9200
Independent Lives - Horsham
from £12.71 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Energetic and Fun-Loving Personal Assistant for our 8-year-old son Ref: NDS9200 Location: Horsham Details This role is to support a Child Drivers licence required: Yes Own vehicle needed: Yes Employment status: Employed Hours per week: 4 hours per week Term time, Weekends. 8 hours per week School holidays to include weekdays. Please apply with your availability. Hourly pay rate: £12.71 per hour. Mileage expenses @45p per mile - We’re looking for an outgoing, energetic and fun-loving Personal Assistant to support our wonderful, active 8-year-old son with Autism and ADHD. This role would suit someone who is energetic, reliable and ready to have fun! He is a very sweet and active little boy who loves swimming, visiting the animals at the farm and enjoying soft play. When out and about, reins will need to be used to keep him safe, as he may run off and has no awareness of danger. His spoken communication is very limited, so you will need to use clear, simple instructions and confidently support and safeguard him if he becomes dysregulated. He is a very happy boy with endless energy who loves racing around at soft play and jumping into the swimming pool. We’re looking for someone upbeat who can match his enthusiasm, share plenty of laughter and enjoy spending time with a super-fun little boy who is sure to leave you smiling. - Duties include: - Eating and drinking assistance - Other relevant duties as required - Transportation - Dressing / undressing - Bathroom assistance - Accessing social and leisure activities such as the farm, zoo, park, soft play, getting lunch, swimming etc - Remain observant and monitor risks while out and about 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 - Honest and cheerful - Creative - 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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Personal assistant to support a fun loving 16 year old girl with Cerebral Palsy
Cornwall Council Together for Families - St Austell
from £14.50 an hour
Field-basedContractPart time
Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to support a young person to build confidence, develop independence and enjoy the activities they love? Are you an experienced PA, teaching assistant or carer? We are looking to recruit a kind and fun loving female to befriend our 16 year old daughter who has Cerebral Palsy for little adventures and learning valuable life skills. She has a great sense of humour with an infectious laugh, always looking for fun activities to do. She is sociable, warm, kind, empathetic, and savvy. She enjoys travelling on the train, visits to the cinema and bowling, loves to dine out and fitting in some retail therapy hitting the shops. When home she enjoys cooking, crafts, especially Lego building. She loves to do the “girly” things in life, and enjoys listening to music while doing her nails, hair and makeup. Her taste in music spans a wide range but she can be just as happy watching a movie with you (or even a TV classic!) As she is a full time electric wheelchair user, some hoist and lifting may be required, with personal care on occasion. The successful applicant will be employed under a private arrangement with the family, and will not be employed or carry out work for Cornwall Council. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment will be subject to the successful candidate undertaking an enhanced DBS check. The administration process will be undertaken by Cornwall Council. If you would like to apply for this role, please send your CV. Alternatively, you can request an application form. Your CV or application form will be passed onto the family for their consideration. Due to the high number of applicants that are received for various roles, it is not possible to inform applicants if they have been unsuccessful. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
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CX830 – A friendly and kind Personal Assistant needed for a 12-year boy in the HU5 area.
Choices and Rights Disability Coalition - Kingston upon Hull, City of
On-siteContractPart time
A family in the HU5 area are looking for caring and reliable Personal Assistant for their 11-year-old son, Richard. He has Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delay, ADHD & Autism. The hours are 12 hours every 4 weeks available and can be used flexibly. Richard loves interacting with adults and he loves nothing more than a drive in the car, a walk in the woods followed a warm hot chocolate afterwards. He also enjoys gaming, swimming and bowling and would love for a PA to enjoy these activities with him. He using Makaton Sign Language to communicate so ideally the PA will have experience of Makaton. He has no safety awareness so he will need constant supervision and the PA will need to ensure measures are put in place to keep him safe. Richard has a peanut allergy and carries EpiPens, training will be provided. The higher rate of pay is in recognition of the complex needs Richard has. Car driver with access to a vehicle preferred. Mileage costs to be met by the employer Owing to the nature of this position, any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory checking report from the Disclosure and Barring Service, the cost of which will be met by the local authority/employer. Please quote Ref: CX830 Location: HU5 area Rate of pay: £16 per hour Hours: 12 hrs per 4 weekly periods (can be used flexibly) Vacancies: 1 How to apply Apply online at www.padatabase.org.uk Apply for individual vacancies directly though the Job Search section on the website (if looking on Find a Job click the ‘Apply Now’ button for direct link). Fill in the apply now section and upload a CV and/or a covering letter (**if on mobile view, the ‘Apply Now’ button is at the very bottom of the page**) Apply for multiple vacancies by sending a copy of your CV and/or a covering letter to admin@choicesandrights.org.uk with your name and the reference numbers of the jobs you wish to apply for. Send your CV and/or covering letter to Choices and Rights Disability Coalition, Jude Lodge, Tiverton Road, Hull, HU7 4DQ. You must include the references of the jobs you wish to apply for. Important Information The above vacancy is advertised directly by the disabled person/ representative. They receive funding via a Direct Payment to directly employ their own Personal Assistant. All applications will be forwarded to the disabled person or their representative, they will choose which candidates to progress and it most cases contact you directly. If you haven’t heard from the employer within 4 weeks, you should consider your application unsuccessful. It is important to note that Choices and Rights are not the employer, we act on the employer’s behalf and we cannot be held responsible for any actions arising from your employment. We are not an agency. Personal Data Processing Information in relation to personal data processing and our compliance with GDPR can be found on our website or by requesting a copy of our Hull Privacy Policy. When you apply via the PA DATABASE, we take that as consent to process your data. [awsmjobs]
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Autism Support Worker Required for pre-verbal 12-Year-Old (Ref 010220)
Surrey Independent Living Charity - Farnham
from £14.80 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Location: Ashford, Surrey (family home and surrounding areas) Hours: 10 hours per week (flexible). Primarily Saturdays during term time, with additional weekday support during school holidays. Occasional after-school hours may also be available. - About the Role: We are a friendly family seeking a caring, reliable and proactive Personal Assistant (PA) to support our 12-year-old daughter, who is autistic and attends a specialist autism school in Leatherhead. She is pre-verbal, but responds well to visuals and simple instructions, and thrives with structured, supportive engagement. This is a rewarding and evolving role that will involve both home-based and community support. You’ll help with personal care tasks including dressing, toileting, brushing teeth, and feeding, as well as encouraging play, learning and safe exploration both at home and out and about. - Key Responsibilities: • Providing supervision and safety awareness (our daughter has limited sense of danger) • Supporting personal care routines (with sensitivity as her independence develops) • Facilitating play and creative activities (drawing, building toys, imaginative play) • Accompanying her on local trips and helping her engage with the community • Supporting communication using visuals and structured guidance • Encouraging gentle learning progress at home (e.g., reading, communication skills) - About You: • Experience supporting autistic children, especially in specialist settings, is ideal • A warm, patient and engaging personality is essential • Confident working 1:1 with a child who has complex needs • Driver with own vehicle (preferred but not essential) - Our daughter is a joyful, curious young girl with an infectious personality. While she can experience moments of distress due to anxiety, she responds positively to calm, consistent support and someone who can help her thrive in her environment. We also have a 14-year-old daughter and hope to welcome a PA into our home as part of the wider family. - Benefits: As an employed personal assistant, you will be eligible for free membership to the Independent Living Group. Benefits include: • Eligibility to sign up for the Blue Light Card for only £4.99 which gives you access to a large range of discounts across retail, leisure, and other services at companies nationwide • Counselling helpline, legal helpline and personal financial support • Shopping discounts platform • My Mind Pal mental health app subscription - If you think you’d be a good fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch to discuss the hours, responsibilities, and your experience.
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Support Worker Required for friendly 21-year-old with cerebral palsy (Ref 010455)
Surrey Independent Living Charity - Reigate
£20 to £25 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Location: Reigate, Surrey Pay Rate: 1. £20.00 per hour, Monday to Friday (before 10:00pm) 2. £25.00 per hour, weekends, Bank Holidays and after 10:00pm on weekdays --- Hours Available: 1. 2 hours every Friday evening (6:00pm to 8:00pm) from July 2026 to approximately February 2027 2. Up to an additional 8 hours per week during college holidays, mainly Monday to Thursday evenings (6:00pm to 8:00pm) 3. Occasional additional weekend evening "babysitting" opportunities 4. Approximately 10 hours per week available during non-term time --- About the Role We are seeking a caring, reliable and experienced Personal Assistant (PA) to support our friendly 21-year-old son in our family home in Reigate. --- Our son has cerebral palsy and is a full-time wheelchair user. He is deaf and wears bilateral cochlear implants, which enable him to hear. He understands everything happening around him, enjoys social interaction and has a great sense of humour. He is non-verbal and communicates using an eye-gaze computer. --- He attends Treloar's College in Alton on a weekly boarding basis during term time and returns home at weekends and during college holidays. We are looking for a PA to provide support during these times, primarily in the evenings. --- Duties will include: 1. Assisting with eating and drinking 2. Supporting with personal care routines 3. Helping with toileting, washing and showering 4. Assisting with dressing and bedtime routines 5. Using a ceiling hoist for transfers 6. Supporting safe use of his powered wheelchair around the home 7. Providing companionship and support with leisure activities 8. Occasional evening sitting/babysitting support while parents are out 9. Supporting short local outings on foot where appropriate --- About Our Son In his spare time, he enjoys: 1. Using his eye-gaze computer to access the internet, emails, WhatsApp and apps 2. Watching television 3. Playing Xbox and Nintendo Switch using an adapted controller 4. Driving his powered wheelchair in the park 5. Trips to the cinema and local shops He enjoys routine but can be flexible when plans change, provided he is kept informed. --- About You We are looking for someone who: 1. Has experience supporting disabled adults or young people, ideally people with cerebral palsy 2. Is confident providing personal care 3. Has manual handling training or experience 4. Is comfortable using a ceiling hoist 5. Can safely manoeuvre a powered wheelchair 6. Is patient, dependable and compassionate 7. Can work independently within a family home environment 8. Has excellent communication skills and a positive attitude Full training in our son's routines will be provided. --- Additional Information Please note that support is only required when our son is at home. There will be periods when no support is required due to family holidays, and advance notice will always be given. --- This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference to the life of a bright and engaging young man whilst becoming part of a supportive family environment.
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Female Personal Care Assistant to support an 18 year old girl in Durham area
UKCIL - DURHAM
£13.50 to £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Female Personal Care Assistant to support an 18 year old girl in Durham area Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 7ba7f782 Female Personal Care Assistant needed to support a 18 year old girl with complex needs, who uses a wheelchair, in the Framwellgate Moor area of Durham. Hours/Wage - £13.50hr 12hrs per week school term time - hours to be discussed at interview 18hrs per week school holidays – hours in school holidays flexible will be discussed at interview Duties Transfers to and from wheelchair, assisting with toileting, showering and personal care, preparing snacks and food, assisting with feeding, medication, accompanying client to social activities and assisting and engaging in hobbies. Additional Qualities/Information Experience in caring and car driver owner essential. CVs are accepted An enhanced DBS is essential prior to employment and cost of this will be met by employer. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Training Essential PA Guide Safeguarding Adults/Children Moving & Handling Food Hygiene Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
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Personal Care Assistant for a Smiley One-Year-Old Boy with Complex Medical Needs
UKCIL - Cramlington
£14.67 to £14.67 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Personal Care Assistant for a Smiley One-Year-Old Boy with Complex Medical Needs Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: ba2c50ff A loving family in Cramlington is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to support their happy one-year-old son, who enjoys play, interaction and spending time with those around him. This is an opportunity to become an important part of a dedicated support team, helping him remain safe, comfortable and well cared for within his family home. The family are looking for someone who can build a positive relationship with their son, engage him in age-appropriate play and activities, and support him with his daily routines. You will work closely with his parents to meet his complex healthcare needs while helping him enjoy family life and childhood experiences. Responsibilities include: Providing support and supervision within the family home Administering feeds and medication via NJ tube (subject to change following PEGJ surgery) Supporting personal care needs, including nappy changes and bath time routines Carrying out suctioning via tracheostomy, mouth and nose as required Supporting safe handling and transfers Engaging in play, interaction and sensory activities appropriate to his age Monitoring his wellbeing and communicating effectively with parents regarding his care and support We are looking for someone who is: Caring, patient and reliable Confident working independently while following care routines Friendly, sociable and able to build a positive rapport with a young child and his family Comfortable supporting with personal care and bath time Keen to learn and undertake specialist training Experience supporting children with complex medical needs, tracheostomy care, enteral feeding or medication administration would be beneficial, although full specialist training will be provided for the right candidate. Hours Wednesday 3pm - 8pm Friday 3pm-10pm Plus, cover for other Pas and floating hours available e.g. overnights, evenings Essential Requirements Enhanced DBS check for the Child Workforce (funded if required) Full UK driving licence Willingness and ability to drive a mobility vehicle if required Ability to safely support a growing child with moving and handling tasks Commitment to undertaking specialist training This is a unique opportunity to make a genuine difference to a young child's life while providing valuable support to his family. If you are compassionate, dependable and committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Services Personal Care Social + Leisure activities Training Essential PA Guide Safeguarding Adults/Children Moving & Handling First Aid Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Can drive a motability equipped car Medical Safe Administration of Medication Continence Care Suction (Nasal/Oral) PEG Feeding Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
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Support Worker - Alnwick - for a 10-Year-Old Boy School Holiday Support - £14.67
UKCIL - Alnwick
£14.67 to £14.67 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Support Worker - Alnwick - for a 10-Year-Old Boy School Holiday Support - £14.67 Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: dd92b674 A kind, reliable and confident Personal Assistant is required to support a fun and engaging 10-year-old boy during school holiday weeks. The child has Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Epilepsy, Polycystic Kidney Disease, and a moderate learning disability. He can experience several seizures each day and has limited awareness of danger, therefore close supervision and a calm, attentive approach are essential. He enjoys arts and crafts, helping with cooking and spending time outdoors, so the role would suit someone who is creative, active and enjoys finding enjoyable ways to support a child to explore their interests safely. The role will involve providing safe, positive support during school holidays, helping him access suitable social and leisure opportunities, maintaining routines, offering reassurance, and encouraging participation in activities both at home and in the community. The successful applicant will need to be patient, caring and able to follow guidance from the family. Experience of supporting children with additional needs, epilepsy awareness, safeguarding and first aid would be an advantage, although personal qualities and the right approach are most important. A driver with access to their own vehicle is required. Hours: 10 hours per week during all school holiday weeks Rate of Pay: £14.67 per hour Area: Alnwick This role would suit someone who is caring, observant, reliable and able to provide safe, person-centred support to a child with complex health needs while helping him enjoy the activities he loves. Please note: Successful applicants will be required to provide satisfactory references and complete an enhanced DBS check prior to commencing employment. Key Responsibilities Services Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Essential PA Guide Safeguarding Adults/Children First Aid Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Medical Epilepsy Awareness Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
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Personal Assistant required to support a 36 year old female in the Burnhope/DH7 area
UKCIL - Durham
£13.50 to £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Personal Assistant required to support a 36 year old female in the Burnhope/DH7 area Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 918e4e6d Personal Assistant required to support a 36 year old female in the Burnhope/DH7 area 6 hours per week - £13.50 per hour We are looking for a friendly and trustworthy PA to assist this lady in a range of different areas. These include but won’t be limited to, food shopping, trips into the community, swimming, cinema and coffee shop visits. The lady lives with a condition called Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) which affects the way in which the brain communicates with the rest of the body. She suffers with mobility issues, seizures and leg weakness just to name a few. The lady is very set on her PA feeling like a friend, rather than someone who is looking after her and taking her out. Somedays she can be bedbound, so duties would differ depending on the type of day she is experiencing. If a day at home is needed, she will require assistance to and from the toilet, having conversations with her and maybe making the occasional cup of tea (with biscuits of course!) We are looking for someone with a full UK drivers license and their own car. Ideally, someone with experience of seizures is preferred but training can be given by the family for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities Services Social + Leisure activities Transportation Full UK driving license Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
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Personal Assistant required to support an 8 year old female in the Bowburn area (DH6)
UKCIL - Durham
£13.50 to £13.50 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Personal Assistant required to support an 8 year old female in the Bowburn area (DH6) Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: dc553367 Position: Personal Assistant / Support Worker Location: Bowburn area (DH6) Client: 8-year-old female Pay Rate: £13.50 per hour + mileage allowance (£0.45 per mile) Hours: Up to 4 hours per week during Term Time / Up to 8 hours per week during School Holidays (flexible arrangement based on family needs and mutual agreement; support may not be required every single week) About the Role: Our daughter is 8 years old and has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Global Developmental Delay, and sensory processing needs. She is bilingual (native language Russian, learning English) with delayed speech. She is a cheerful girl who loves outdoor play, swings, and rich sensory activities (e.g., water play, sensory bins with grains/sand, playing with freshly cut grass). She requires 1-to-1 continuous supervision for safety, personal care, and sensory support. Main Duties: 1. Sensory & Interactive Play at Home: Creating, organizing, and supervising engaging sensory play activities at home and in the garden (e.g., sensory trays, water/sand play) while parents are away. 2. Safety & Supervision during Play: Maintaining constant 1-to-1 vigilance to ensure she does not put non-edible sensory items/objects in her mouth (mouthing supervision). 3. Outings & Community Access: Taking the child to local parks, play areas, and her favourite swings (using PA’s car or walking). 4. Physical Safety Outdoors: Ensuring total physical safety at all times (traffic/danger awareness, firm hand-holding, and physical restraint near roads). 5. Sensory Regulation: Assisting with sensory regulation and providing a calm, reassuring environment during transitions. 6. Personal Care & Hygiene Support: Continuous supervision around the home, including prompting and assistance with toilet routines (reminding and helping with wiping, flushing, and thorough hand washing), as well as supervision and assistance during mealtimes. Additional Requirements & Preferences: 1. Experience with Autism (ASD) / SEN / Sensory Needs is ESSENTIAL. 2. Creativity in inventing sensory activities and strong safety awareness regarding mouthing risks. 3. High level of patience, energy, and a calm, playful approach. 4. Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle preferred. 5. Experience or understanding of Gestalt Language Processing (GLP), speech delay, or bilingual communication is an advantage. References: Two satisfactory professional or character references will be required. DBS: Enhanced DBS check required (employer will cover the cost). Key Responsibilities Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
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