Flexible, Dog-Loving Personal Assistant for Independence

Adult Social Care; Ashford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Adult Social Care in Ashford, UK is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to support a young woman with autism with 8 hours per week across two days. You will help her access the local community, build independent living skills, and assist with daily routines including meal planning and self-care.

The role requires patience, empathy, reliability, and a love of animals; a Golden Retriever is at home. Own transport is helpful. DBS check required; interviews on receipt of applications.

Qualifications

• Patient, kind and empathetic
• Willingness to learn about autism and associated mental health conditions
• Access to own transport

Responsibilities

• Provide 8 hours of support per week across two days
• Help me access local community and build independence
• Assist with daily routines and self-care tasks including meal planning and preparation
• Support transitions and encourage engagement in activities and nature

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Autism awareness

Own transport

Job description

Adult Social Care in Ashford, UK is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to support a young woman with autism with 8 hours per week across two days. You will help her access the local community, build independent living skills, and assist with daily routines including meal planning and self-care.

The role requires patience, empathy, reliability, and a love of animals; a Golden Retriever is at home. Own transport is helpful. DBS check required; interviews on receipt of applications.