Companion PA for a 20-year-old young lady, with a quirky sense of humour and a love of music WC1459

Independent lives; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A personal assistant opportunity in the UK offers support for daily tasks and encourages independence for individuals with disabilities. The role includes providing companionship, assisting with shopping and cooking, and requires strong interpersonal skills and reliability. A warm and proactive attitude is essential, and candidates must be comfortable around pets. Disability confidence is prioritized in the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality.
• Hygienic, tidy, and well organized.
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties.
• Warm, friendly, enthusiastic and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship.
• Assist with shopping.
• Help with cooking.
• Perform other relevant duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Creativity

Organizational skills

Ability to follow instructions

Patience

Comfort with pets

Communication in English

Job description

I have Autism so I can sometimes find day to day life a little challenging and new and different situations can be a little confusing. I also have epilepsy but this certainly doesn't impact my day-to-day life in any way and certainly doesn't define me as a person - most people don't even know and it doesn't stop me doing anything! Having my own PA who enjoys spending time with me, supporting and guiding me when needed, will really help me to overcome any difficulties I might have.

I really enjoy swimming, walking, going to the cinema, listening to music and singing but I am sure that here are lots of other things that I would also enjoy if given the opportunity. I really want to be busy and be able to enjoy life in my community like any other young person.

Duties include:

• Other relevant duties as required
• Shopping
• Cooking
• Companionship

Responsibility and Qualifications

• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on its own initiative
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Creative
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Must be comfortable with pets
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
• Warm, friendly, enthusiastic and proactive
• Someone with a genuine interest in supporting me to become more independent.

Additional requirements

Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours

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., Disability Confident

About Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .