Personal Assistant / Care Assistant (Ref 006131)

Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC); Lightwater; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity in the UK seeks a Personal Assistant to support a neurodivergent family with children. This role offers a rewarding experience, helping with day-to-day routines and activities, while being part of a dynamic household. Ideal candidates are calm, flexible, and love animals, with a passion for nurturing children's growth and independence.

Qualifications

• Great communicator, patient, and approachable.
• Experience or interest in Autism, ADHD, PDA, chronic fatigue/long COVID is ideal.
• Willingness to learn is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support with childcare and daily routines.
• Transport children to/from activities and attend appointments.
• Assist with planning outings and encourage independence.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Problem Solving

Job description

We're looking for a kind, flexible and proactive Personal Assistant to support a neurodivergent family with day-to-day routines, childcare, and practical tasks. This is a varied, rewarding role working closely with bright, creative children who love animals, nature, and hands-on activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Childcare support: help plan routines, supervise play, assist with homework, and encourage independence (e.g., cooking, hygiene, chores, errands).
• Transport children to/from activities and attend appointments and groups with them.
• Help with planning and attending fun outings and activities, both at home and in the community.
• Provide advocacy, structure, and gentle encouragement, especially in new environments.
• Work in partnership with parents to adapt support based on the family’s evolving needs.
  
  

About You

• Great communicator, patient, and approachable.
• Confident with travel (including into London) and longer-distance driving.
• Comfortable working in a household with 4 dogs and 4 kittens.
• Experience or interest in Autism, ADHD, PDA, chronic fatigue/long COVID is ideal.
• No formal qualifications required, but a willingness to learn is essential.
  
  

Other Info

• £13.85 per hour, 22 hours a week regularly increasing to 52 hours a week during school holidays.
• Two children are currently home educated, so daytime availability is important.
• You should enjoy an active lifestyle and be able to keep up with a dynamic household that enjoys swimming, climbing, walking, board games, cooking, crafts, and more.
  
  

If you’re a calm, curious, and animal-loving person who’s passionate about helping young people grow in confidence and independence, we’d love to hear from you.