Personal Assistant

Lancashire Independent Living Service; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,791,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire Independent Living Service in Lancaster is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to support a teenage boy in a neuro-affirmative, strength-based way. This on-site, part-time contract role focuses on autonomy, emotional safety and daily living support.

The PA will work closely with the family, applying a person-centred approach and patience to help the young person engage in activities and develop independence in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient and neuro-affirmative PA to support a teenage boy.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred, strength-based support to enable autonomy and emotional safety.

Job description

LILS/RK/OP - Personal Assistant required - Lancaster area

• Company: Lancashire Independent Living Service
• Hours: Part-time
• Location: Lancaster
• Working pattern: On-site
• Job type: Contract
• Posting date: 4 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 4 Oct 2026

Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and neuro-affirmative Personal Assistant (PA) to support a teenage boy who thrives in environments that promote autonomy, emotional safety, and validation. This role is ideal for someone with experience or interest in working alongside neuro-divergent young people using a strength-based, person-centred approach.