Personal Assistant (JD)

TN United Kingdom; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a gentleman with Asperger’s. This role involves helping manage daily tasks such as paperwork, attending appointments, and engaging in social activities to prevent isolation. The ideal candidate will have experience with autism and the ability to build professional relationships. Flexible working hours make this position appealing for those looking to make a meaningful impact in someone's life. Join a supportive environment where your contributions can help foster independence and social engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience with autism/Asperger’s, anxiety, or depression preferred but not essential.
• Ability to build relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Support a gentleman with Asperger’s in managing tenancy and paperwork.
• Assist with home maintenance, companionship, shopping, and attending appointments.

Skills

Driving license

Experience with autism/Asperger’s

Ability to build relationships

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Job Details

Job Title: Personal Assistant (PA)

Job Ref: JI/JD/03/22

Reporting to: Employer / Ideal For All

Location: Aldergate, Tamworth, Staffordshire

Rate of Pay: £9.50/hr

Job Role

To support a 42-year-old gentleman with Asperger’s in managing his tenancy and paperwork, attending appointments, and engaging in social activities to prevent isolation. Male applicants are preferred but not essential.

Main Duties

• Personal duties: Not required
• Domestic duties: Assistance with home maintenance, companionship, shopping, attending appointments, job searching, and handling paperwork related to banking, tenancy, and health.
• Social duties: Support in joining or attending local sports groups, gyms, social clubs, and outings such as cinema, bowling, pool, and meals. Providing emotional support and managing friendships.

Working Hours

7.5 hours weekly, ideally split as 2.5 hours over three days, flexible based on availability.

Qualifications & Skills

• Driving license preferred but not essential.
• Experience with autism/Asperger’s, anxiety, or depression preferred but not essential.
• Ability to build relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.

Application Process

Send a CV or cover letter outlining your suitability to [emailprotected], quoting the job reference. For discussion, call 0121 558 5555, option 1, and speak with a member of the Direct Payment Team.