Compassionate Personal Assistant for a Young Adult

Independent Lives; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Independent Lives is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to support an 18-year-old young man with complex needs in the UK. The role focuses on companionship, enabling activities, and providing respectful personal care with dignity.

You should be reliable and patient, able to follow instructions, with good English reading/speaking skills. The position is short-term with hours around 6–9 weekly/fortnightly, during term time 2.45pm–5.15pm.

Qualifications

• Patience and reliability in a personal care setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and support activities the young man enjoys.
• Assist with personal care with dignity and respect.
• Support routine and health and safety practices.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Time management

Communication

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

English reading/writing

Job description

Independent Lives is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to support an 18-year-old young man with complex needs in the UK. The role focuses on companionship, enabling activities, and providing respectful personal care with dignity.

You should be reliable and patient, able to follow instructions, with good English reading/speaking skills. The position is short-term with hours around 6–9 weekly/fortnightly, during term time 2.45pm–5.15pm.