Personal Assistant Required For A Young Person
Ref: SCES1723
Location: Hailsham
Details
This role is to support a Man
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
Employed
Hours per week:
up to 6 hours weekly, can be discussed but will vary depending on clubs and appointments.
Hourly pay rate:
£12.71
Hi! I’m 14 years old, a twin, and I’m looking for a caring, reliable and energetic Personal Assistant to join my small support team for around 6 hours a week.
I enjoy keeping active and having fun. I love playing Roblox, playing basketball and getting involved in activities in my local community. I’m looking for someone friendly, positive and active who can support me to enjoy the things I love, get out and about and make the most of my free time.
Building a great relationship is really important to me. I’m looking for someone who is approachable, patient, energetic and able to bring a positive attitude. Someone who enjoys sport, being active and getting involved in different activities would be a great fit.
The hours are flexible and will vary from week to week, as they are based around appointments and activities. The role will be for approximately 6 hours a week, so this could be ideal for someone looking for a small number of flexible hours alongside other commitments.
A male Personal Assistant is preferred, although applications from all suitably qualified candidates will be considered.
If you’re reliable, friendly, active and think you’d enjoy spending time with me and supporting me to get involved in the things I enjoy, I’d love to hear from you.
Please get in touch and tell us a little about yourself, your availability and why you think you’d be a good fit for the role.
Duties include:
- Accompanying me to medical appointments.
- Supervising and supporting me when my mum is attending appointments with my sister.
- Supporting me to access activities within the community.
- Encouraging participation in hobbies, interests and social opportunities.
- Helping me remain safe, regulated and calm when needed.
Important Information About My Needs
I have a medical condition that places me at a high risk of choking on food and drinks. This means:
- I must be supervised at all times when eating or drinking.
- I may sometimes drink too quickly and need gentle reminders to slow down.
- Maintaining my safety around food and drink is a key responsibility of this role.
- I also have multiple diagnosis of Autism, Tourette’s and ADHD and may need support to help me remain calm, regulated and comfortable in different situations.
Candidate qualities:
- Have a calm, patient and understanding approach.
- Hold a valid First Aid qualification.
- Be willing to learn about my medical condition and communication needs from relevant professionals, including Speech and Language Therapists.
- Be committed to promoting my safety, wellbeing and independence.
- Be reliable, trustworthy and able to develop a positive relationship with both me and my family.
- Driving license is essential
Additional requirements
Non-smoker due to medical reasons, Vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission
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.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
