Job Description

Personal Assistant: One 2 One Support

Location: Accrington area | Manual Driving Licence Required

About this role:

We're looking for a calm and quietly spoken individual with a practical mindset, strong common sense, and a caring nature to provide thoughtful support to a cheerful, bright, and articulate man in his 30s.

He has a complex physical disability and uses a wheelchair for mobility, but that doesn't hold him back from embracing life. He enjoys getting out and about, making the most of his daily adventures and discovering new places to explore.

Compassion, patience, and understanding are at the heart of this role. Your presence will bring comfort and independence helping him navigate each day with ease.

As a key member, you will:

Promote independence and build confidence. Establish a steady routine to maintain stability and reliability. Accompany to essential medical appointments. Create enjoyable days out: whether it's a scenic drive, a walk by the coast, a visit to the zoo, or a show - including trips to garden centres, coffee shops, shopping centres, and other destinations.
This is a perfect opportunity for mothers seeking flexible hours that work around nursery and school hours, ensuring a balanced approach to work and family life.

Available

Schedules:

Schedule One (18 hrs/week)

Wednesdays: 9:00 AM to 15:00 PM

Fridays: 9:00 AM to 15:00 PM

Sundays: 14:00 to 20:00 PM

Schedule Two (18 hrs/week)

Wednesdays: 9:00 AM to 16:00 PM

Fridays: 9:00 AM to 16:00 PM

Sundays: 12:00 PM to 20:00 PM (Just two Sundays a month)

The employer is committed to providing flexible adjustments to support the successful candidate while ensuring the service user's needs are fully met.

What You'll Be Doing:

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. Plan and accompany the service user on daily outings based on his preferences, ensuring a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.

What We're Looking For:

A calm and professional attitude, with strong organisational skills. A clean UK driving licence and a genuine passion for driving. Be Physically fit and capable of sustaining an active daily routine. Optimal medical health and overall physical well-being. A confident motorway driver, ensuring safe and smooth journeys. Willingness to undergo a DBS check (provided by the employer). Reliability, dedication, and strong decision-making skills.

What We Offer:

Competitive pay and benefits, include Blue Light Card discounts and a beverage allowance, pension scheme and generous annual leave. Be valued, not counted - where your efforts are truly recognised. Comprehensive training (provided by the employer) Full insurance cover for operating the specially adapted vehicle. Minimal weekend shifts - just two per month.

Working Environment:

You will provide support in a clean, safe home environment where the service user lives with his mother while his primary carer provides her assistance at different times.

The Application Process:

Step 1: A friendly video call (if preferable), with the service user. Step 2: An in-person interview.
We ensure a smooth process for successful candidates. If you're compassionate, reliable, and passionate about making a difference, we'd love to receive your application.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.70-13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18 per week

Benefits:

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):

Do you live within a 12-mile radius of Accrington, including areas such as Blackburn or Rossendale, to meet the role requirements? Which schedule do you prefer - Schedule 1 or Schedule 2? Please provide your email address to receive an application form?
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: 30/05/2025