Part-Time Personal Assistant (PA) - Supporting Independence and Social Confidence DP7170

Independent lives; Yapton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive care provider in the Yapton area seeks a kind and reliable Personal Assistant to aid a young gentleman in gaining confidence and independence. This part-time role offers approximately 6 flexible hours weekly, supporting social interactions and navigation of public transport. Ideal candidates are patient, empathetic, and committed to a person-centred approach. A driving license is preferred but not essential. Join a welcoming family who values meaningful connections.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with additional needs preferred.
• Confidence in supporting someone in public places and social interactions required.
• A proactive encouragement style needed.

Responsibilities

• Support navigating public transport and accessing the community.
• Assist in building confidence in social settings.
• Encourage independence step-by-step.

Skills

Respectful of privacy and confidentiality

Reliable with good timekeeping

Able to follow instructions and work independently

Hygienic, tidy and well organised

Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties

Patient with excellent interpersonal skills

Honest and cheerful

Able to speak and read English

Commitment to health & safety standards

Job description

Job Overview

Approximately 6 hours per week, with flexibility available depending on your availability. Hours are agreed monthly in coordination with two other PAs to ensure flexibility. There may be opportunities for additional hours to cover holidays or sickness.

Hourly pay rate: £13.50

We are looking for a kind, reliable, and empathetic Personal Assistant (PA) to join a small, supportive team helping a friendly and thoughtful young gentleman build confidence and independence in day-to-day life.

Location and Focus

Based in the Yapton/Barnham area, the role focuses on supporting him with navigating public transport, accessing the community, and developing confidence in social settings. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys making a genuine difference in another person's life, while working in a calm, friendly, and respectful environment.

Candidate Profile

Someone who is patient, understanding, and committed to a person-centred approach. Experience supporting individuals with additional needs or in a care/mentoring role is strongly preferred.

Confidence in supporting someone in public places and with social interactions.

A proactive and gentle encouragement style to help build independence step-by-step.

Qualifications and Skills

• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

Other Information

A car and clean driving licence are preferred, though not essential depending on your ability to travel to/from the Yapton/Barnham area. You'll be joining a laid-back and welcoming family who value openness, humour, and mutual respect.

If you're someone who believes in empowering others and values meaningful connection in your work, we'd love to hear from you. This is a rewarding role where your support can truly help shape a young person's future with greater confidence and independence.

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

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