Personal Assistant/Buddy ES3021

Independent Lives; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant/Buddy in St Leonards to assist a 27-year-old man with autism, providing companionship and support in community activities. The role is flexible with 8 hours a week at £12.21 per hour. Experience with autism and Pathological Demand Avoidance is essential, alongside good interpersonal skills. Candidates must be non-smokers and have a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Fit and healthy to undertake required duties.
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative.
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard.

Responsibilities

• Transportation and companionship for the employer's son.
• Accompany him to community activities like swimming and walks.

Skills

Respectful of privacy

Reliable timekeeping

Good interpersonal skills

Experience with autism & PDA

Creative

Job description

Overview

Personal Assistant/Buddy

Location: Saint Leonards

Details: This role is to support a Man. The candidate should be a man*. Drivers licence required: Yes. Employment status: employed. Hours per week: 8 hours a week, 2-4 hours a day. Times and day flexible, can be discussed at interview. Hourly pay rate: £12.21.

About the role

I am seeking a compassionate and reliable personal assistant/buddy to support my 27-year-old son in accessing the community. He is on the autism spectrum, has Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), and learning difficulties. He enjoys walks, swimming and engaging in art projects. If you are interested in making a positive impact and helping my 27 year old son enjoy his favourite activities, please get in touch!

Responsibilities

• Transportation
• Companionship
• Accompany him to access the community by going on walks and swimming

Candidate qualities

• 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
• Creative
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
• Patience and understanding of autism and PDA
• Experience of dealing with autism & PDA essential
• Ability to encourage and support his interests

Additional requirements

• Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
• 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.
• Please note: if you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
• *Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9