Active PA Wanted for Community & Social Support ES3313

Independent Lives; Ringmer; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Independent Lives in Ringmer is seeking an active, friendly PA to support a thirty-year-old woman to access her local community and enjoy social activities, including cafes, theatre, walks and appointments. This on-site, part-time role emphasizes patient, clear communication and reliability.

You will encourage independence, assist with mobility and daily tasks, and be comfortable with occasional DBS checks and right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK is required.
• DBS check may be required for some employers.

Responsibilities

• Shopping
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Looking after pets
• Gardening
• Eating and drinking prompting
• Support with medication and medical appointments when needed

Skills

Good listener

Reliable

Timekeeping

Interpersonal skills

Pet-friendly

Active

Job description

Active PA Wanted for Community & Social Support

Ref: ES3313

Job details

Company: Independent Lives
Location: Ringmer
Hours: Part-time
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 2 Nov 2026
Closing date: 2 Dec 2026

Hours & pay

14 hours per week (days & times TBD)

Hourly pay rate: TBD

Role summary

We are looking for an active, friendly, reliable and patient PA to support a thirty‑year‑old woman to access her local community and enjoy social activities. This rewarding role involves accompanying her to cafés or the theatre, walks, appointments and other outings, while providing encouragement and practical support.

She is autistic, has severe anxiety and lives with ongoing pain. She is intelligent and independent but processes information slowly, so she values someone who is a good listener, communicates clearly and gives her the time she needs to make decisions. Gentle suggestions and new ideas are welcomed, but she appreciates being treated as the capable adult she is.

She is partially sighted with no peripheral vision. While she manages well independently, she may occasionally need to hold onto your arm in darker conditions or unfamiliar places for guidance. You may also be asked to carry some shopping as/when needed and accompany her to GP and hospital appointments.

The ideal PA will be calm, compassionate and professional, with the confidence to remain composed in an emergency. Although rare, she has a medical condition that can cause her to become suddenly unwell, so you must be willing to call 999 and make decisions whilst you support her until emergency services arrive if needed.

Duties

• Other relevant duties as required
• Shopping
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Looking after pets
• Gardening
• Eating and drinking prompting
• Support with medication and medical appointments when needed

Candidate qualities

• Respectful of the employer’s privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Creative
• Must be comfortable with pets
• Someone who is active and enjoys going on walks

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.

*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9

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