Flexible Part-Time Personal Assistant

Leicestershire County Council; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a direct payments recipient in Lutterworth. You will promote independent skills, provide social support and assist with daily living tasks. The role requires flexibility across Monday, Tuesday, evenings, or Saturdays, for 9 hours per week, with DBS check and references.

Driving licence is required. The post is offered on a permanent basis, with either self-employed or direct employment by the client.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities is beneficial.
• Ability to plan activities and promote independence.
• Reliable, patient and respectful of privacy and dignity.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal planning, budgeting, shopping and cooking.
• Support independent living tasks (e.g., laundry).
• Help client access community activities and social interactions.
• Accompany client to gym and outings as arranged.
• Encourage pursuit of volunteering or paid work opportunities.
• Build client confidence and reduce anxiety about community access.
• Observe road safety, including safe use of electric cars.
• Develop client money skills and budgeting awareness.

Skills

Meal planning

Budgeting

Cooking

Independent living

Social interaction

Driving

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a direct payments recipient in Lutterworth. You will promote independent skills, provide social support and assist with daily living tasks. The role requires flexibility across Monday, Tuesday, evenings, or Saturdays, for 9 hours per week, with DBS check and references.

Driving licence is required. The post is offered on a permanent basis, with either self-employed or direct employment by the client.