Personal Assistant (LE7, Leicestershire)

Leicestershire County Council; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 4,300 - 5,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5.6 weeks paid annual leave (pro rata)

Pension contributions

Mileage paid

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is recruiting a part-time support role in Loughborough to aid a young person with autism and ADHD in engaging with the community, building confidence, and exploring transport options. The 6-hour weekly contract is permanent, with flexible hours to fit around college and interviews.

The position offers a self‑employed rate of £17.50 per hour or £13.71 per hour if directly employed, with mileage paid by the client. A driving licence and vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support the client with social engagement in the community.
• Help the client access and explore wider community activities.
• Assist with travel training to places of interest (e.g., college, Leicester city centre).
• Support spending time online and playing games in a safe environment.

Skills

Community access

Building confidence

Exploring public transport

Travel training

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL IS NOT THE EMPLOYER FOR THIS JOB. YOU WILL EITHER BE SELF-EMPLOYED OR DIRECTLY EMPLOYED BY THE INDIVIDUAL THAT YOU WILL BE SUPPORTING.

Job Description

Job Reference: DP720929

Location: Loughborough

Rate: £17.50 per hour for self-employed, £13.71 per hour for directly employed

Hours: 6 hours per week - to be used flexibly around college, hours to be discussed at interview

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 22nd October 2026

A young individual with autism and ADHD requires support with social engagement.

Role Requirements

• accessing the community
• building confidence
• exploring the wider community
• exploring public transport
• expanding experiences and opportunities
• travel training to places of interest, like college, and Leicester city centre

The client enjoys going out and about in the community, and going online and playing games.

You must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle. Mileage will be paid by the client.

Benefits Include

• 5.6 weeks paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Pension, tax and NI contributions

This opportunity is suited for someone who is responsible, reliable, patient, and respectful of others' privacy, dignity, values, and beliefs. Genuine applicants only please.

The role is subject to interview, references and an enhanced DBS check.