Job Description

Personal Assistant: One-to-One Support

Location: Accrington area | Manual Driving Licence Required

About the Role

Are you a calm, quiet spoken individual looking for a rewarding role?

We're looking for a compassionate and reliable individual to support a bright, polite, and articulate gentleman in his 30s who lives with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, a significant physical disability.

He approaches life with resilience and enthusiasm, relying on his wheelchair for mobility while he enjoys actively engaging in daily tasks, community outings, and exploring a variety of places and attractions.

This is a unique opportunity, particularly well suited for moms seeking a flexible schedule that aligns effortlessly with childcare commitments during 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. Accompany the service user to essential medical appointments. Plan enjoyable outings, including scenic drives, coastal walks, visits to attractions, entertainment shows, garden centres, coffee shops, shopping centres, and more.
Your role will be invaluable, providing steady and dependable support to help the service user navigate daily life with ease. The employer is dedicated to providing flexibility, ensuring the service user's needs are met while accommodating the successful candidate.

Flexible Schedules Available:

Schedule One (18 hrs/week)

Wednesdays: 9:00 AM - 16:00 PM, Or 9:30 AM - 16:30 PM Fridays: 9:00 AM - 16:00 PM, Or 9:30 AM - 16:30 PM Sundays: 13:00 PM - 20:00 PM, Or 14:00 PM - 21:00 PM ( Twice Per Month)

Schedule Two (18 hrs/week)

Wednesdays: 9:00 AM - 15:00 PM, Or 9:30 AM - 15:30 PM Fridays: 9:00 AM - 15:00 PM, Or 9:30 AM - 15:30 PM Sundays: 14:00 PM - 20:00 PM, Or 15:00 PM - 21:00 PM (Each Week)

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. Jointly planning and accompanying the service user on daily outings, ensuring a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.

Who We're Looking For

A patient, empathetic, and naturally caring individual. A calm, professional attitude with strong organisational skills. A passionate driver committed to ensuring safe journeys. Physically fit and capable of maintaining an active daily routine. In good medical health with overall physical well-being. Willingness to undergo a DBS check, provided by the (employer). Reliable, dedicated, and strong decision making skills.

What We Offer

Recognition for your efforts - you'll be truly valued, not just counted. Competitive pay and benefits: blue light card, pension scheme, and generous annual leave. Comprehensive training provided by the (employer). Full insurance cover for operating the specially adapted vehicle. Minimal weekend shifts--only two per month!

Work Environment

You will provide support in a clean, 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.

Apply now and become part of something truly impactful!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company car Employee discount Flexitime Free parking Store discount
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Which schedule do you prefer - Schedule 1 or Schedule 2? Please provide your email address?
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

Application deadline: 13/06/2025