LILS/EM/MP2 - Personal Assistants - Ribbleton, Preston area

Lancashire Independent Living Service; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support service in Preston is seeking Personal Assistants to help a twelve-year-old boy with additional needs in his home and within the community. This role offers up to 26 hours a week during term time, flexible hours, and an hourly rate of £12–£15 depending on experience. Candidates should be caring, proactive, and possess a full driving license with vehicle access.

Benefits

Paid annual leave (5.6 weeks)

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is essential.
• Must be a driver with a full license and have access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care support including toileting and showering.
• Assist in social activities like swimming and crafts.
• Support independence through daily personal hygiene.

Skills

Caring nature

Excellent communication

Proactive attitude

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Personal Assistants to provide support to a twelve-year-old boy with additional needs within his own home and to access the local community.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with personal care, including getting ready for / changing after school, toileting and showering.
• Support the person’s independence by assisting with feeding, daily personal hygiene and supervision and safety when accessing the local community.
• Assist with social activities including going swimming, trampolining or to the park or completing arts and craft activities.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Caring, proactive and motivated with a passion for supporting others.
• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A driver with a full license and access to your own vehicle; mileage will be provided.

Hours and Pay

The position is up to 26 hours per week term time and up to 34 hours out of term time, with an hourly rate of £12–£15 depending on experience and 5.6 weeks' paid annual leave. Hours can be flexible to the applicant; however, support will be required in the hours before and after school during term time.

How to Apply

For further information and duties, please contact us to obtain the full job description: 01772558863 (option 1). Quote employer reference number: LILS/EM/MP2.