Job Description

Job Summary

Holistic Personal Support Assistant for Disabled Holistic Practitioner

Location: North Leeds
Hours: 6-10 hours per week (flexible, part-time)
Thursdays are essential, with occasional Sundays and potential weekends away
May include occasional travel to events, festivals, or workshops
Must have previous experience in a similar role and have knowledge of Access to Work.

Rate: 18 - 23/hour (funded by Access to Work)
Contract: Freelance, with a 3-month trial period
Start Date: ASAP
DBS Check: Enhanced DBS required (including working with children)
Interview format: In-person interview plus a 90 minute trial shift

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About the Role

I'm a neurodivergent, disabled yoga teacher, community facilitator, and mum of two, living with ME/CFS and AuDHD. I've been granted Access to Work support to help make both my home life and small business more manageable and sustainable.

I'm looking for a compassionate, reliable, and proactive Personal Support Assistant to work alongside me in a very varied and flexible role. You'll be supporting me across practical daily tasks, business admin, emotional load, and physical logistics -- helping me stay nourished, rested, and organised so I can continue showing up for my work and my family.

This is my first time working with a support assistant, so the role will evolve as we figure out what works best. I'm looking for someone who's flexible, values-driven, and open to working collaboratively.

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Core Values

You must be:

Trans-inclusive and LGBTQIA+ affirming (non-negotiable)
Disability-aware and neurodivergent-friendly
Comfortable around children (you'll occasionally spend time with them)
Emotionally intelligent, calm in chaos, and aligned with a culture of consent
Open-minded and kind, with strong communication and boundaries
Non-judgmental and able to be confidential

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Key Responsibilities

Home & Life Support

Supporting executive functioning (reminders, lists, task structuring)
Light home organisation, tidying, laundry
Batch cooking and ensuring I'm fed and hydrated throughout the day
Grocery shopping and basic errands
Supporting rest scheduling, especially during fatigue flare-ups
Occasionally being present around or supporting my children

Physical Support & Logistics

Driving me to classes, events, or appointments
Carrying and setting up yoga equipment
Setting up spaces for workshops, markets, and festivals
Helping me pace and recover during work events

Admin & Business Support

Co-managing email inbox, calendar, and bookings
Helping with outreach, work opportunities, and client follow-up
Assisting with contracts, disability riders, and negotiations
Supporting Access to Work paperwork and basic bookkeeping
Organising digital and physical materials

Emotional & Cognitive Support

Helping carry the mental load of being a disabled, self-employed mum
Supporting decision-making, prioritisation, and planning
Being a calm, supportive, affirming presence

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Requirements

If you do not meet these requirements but still feel like you'd be a good fit to the role please still get in touch. The most important thing is that you're a good fit for me and share the same values so there are elements of the job description that I can be more flexible with for the right person.

| Skill / Attribute | E/D |
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| Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) | E |
| Experience in a similar role | E |
| Understanding of neurodivergence, chronic fatigue, and sensory needs | E |
| Trans-inclusive and LGBTQIA+ affirming | E |
| Clear, kind communication and emotional literacy | E |
| Comfortable with children and working in a family home | E |
| Physically able to lift/carry and support with household tasks | E |
| Willing to take on domestic work (e.g., cleaning, cooking) | E |
| Flexible with changing hours based on my fluctuating needs | E |
| Basic admin & digital tools (Google Drive, Sheets, Trello, etc.) | E |
| Basic understanding of Self Assessments | E |
| Project management or organisational planning experience | E |
| Interest in yoga, alternative healing, and social justice | E |
| Comfortable with unpredictable, mixed tasks | E |
| Available on Thursdays | D |
| Canva Pro experience | D |
| Driving licence and access to a car | D |
| Experience with Access to Work or freelance admin | D |
| Familiarity with yoga/wellbeing environments | D |

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To Apply

Please send an email (or a voice note) sharing:

Who you are (I'd like to get an idea of who you are outside of work too)
Why this role speaks to you
Any relevant experience (formal or informal -- lived experience is valid)
How you meet the specifications

Tips - take into consideration the potential needs of an autistic / fatigued person when writing your application. For example - make it clear and concise.

CVs are welcome but not required. If you have any access needs around the application or interview process, please let me know -- I will endeavour to meet them.

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Please email your application as a PDF to Ella at hello@thepinkschool.co.uk

Job closes July 31st 2025.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 18.00-23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 15 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Childcare Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime Free parking On-site parking Work from home
Experience:

Access to Work support or similar : 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Willingness to travel:

25% (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds LS7 4JF

Application deadline: 31/07/2025
Reference ID: TPS Personal Assistant
Expected start date: 08/09/2025