Job Description

Personal Assistant: One 2 One Support

Location: Accrington area

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Manual Driving Licence Required

About the Role

Are you caring, calm, and composed with a soft-spoken nature, ready for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference?

We are seeking a reliable person of a similar age to assist a bright, articulate, and cheerful chap in his 30s. He has Osteogenesis Imperfecta, a complex physical disability, and uses a powered wheelchair for mobility.

This is a perfect opportunity for mothers seeking flexible shifts that seamlessly align with childcare commitments, within nursery and school hours, ensuring a balanced approach to work and family life.

Key Responsibilities

Promote independence and build confidence. Establish a steady routine to maintain stability and reliability Transport the service user in a specially adapted vehicle Accompany the service user to essential medical appointments
Flexible Schedules Available

Schedule One (16 hrs/week)

Wednesdays and Fridays: 9:00 AM - 15:00 PM Sundays: 13:00 PM - 20:00 PM (only two per month)

Schedule Two (18 hrs/week)

Wednesdays and Fridays: 9:00 AM - 16:00 PM Sundays: 13:00 PM - 20:00 (only two per week)
The employer is committed to providing flexible shift arrangements, tailored to the successful candidate while ensuring the service user's needs are fully and effectively met.

Your Daily Tasks Will Include

Safely transport the service user in a specially adapted automatic vehicle Provide personal care, including toileting, bathing, and dressing Support with household tasks and running errands Accompany the service user on daily outings and exciting adventures

Daily Outings and Adventures Include

Scenic Drives, Coastal Walks, and Seaside Resorts Cafes, Restaurants and Garden Centres Outdoor Attractions and Family Entertainment Shows Museums, Aquariums and Zoo visits Shopping Centres and more

Who We're Looking For

A calm, patient and professional attitude with strong organisational skills A passionate driver committed to ensuring safe journeys Must be at least 25 for the vehicle insurance coverage Physically fit and capable of maintaining an active daily routine In good medical health with overall physical well-being Reliable, dedicated, with strong decision making skills

What We Offer

Recognition for your efforts - you'll be truly valued, not just counted Comprehensive training provided by the (employer) Full insurance coverage for the specially adapted vehicle DBS check, provided by the (employer) Minimal weekend shifts--only two per month!

Work Environment

The duties will take place in a calm, peaceful, and safe home setting, where the service user lives with his mother. His main carer provides her assistance at different times, ensuring continuity of care.

We offer a fast application process with a swift start for successful candidates. This is a chance to empower independence and create meaningful experiences.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00-14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 - 18 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company car Company pension Employee discount Flexitime Free parking On-site parking Store discount
Physical Setting:

Homecare
Shift:

Day shift
Work days:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Which schedule do you prefer - schedule 1 or schedule 2?
Experience:

Driving: 3 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Clean UK Driving Licence? (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road