Personal Assistant – Support with Accessing the Community
Ref: RGES1434
Location: Eastbourne
Details
This role is to support a Man
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
Self-employed
Hours per week:
8 hours per week Days/Times TBC
Hourly pay rate:
Self Employed Rate TBC
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Personal Assistant to provide 8 hours of weekly support to the customer in accessing the community.
Currently, the customer only goes out with their mother and attends visits with grandparents on Wednesdays. This role will focus on encouraging and supporting the customer to safely engage in community activities and build confidence outside the home environment.
The customer has Autism and may be non-verbal. They also have no awareness of road safety, so close supervision and proactive support at all times will be essential.
Key Requirements:
- Experience working with young people with Autism
- Strong understanding of neurodiverse traits and how these may present
- Patient, calm, and supportive approach
- Ability to promote safety, independence, and positive engagement in the community
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in a young person’s life.
Duties include:
Candidate qualities:
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
