Personal Assistant (PA) – Support for Young Man with Autism and Learning Disabilities

UKCIL; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A support organization in Bristol is seeking a Personal Assistant to provide companionship and practical support to a young man with autism. The role involves helping him stay active, access community activities, and encouraging his hobbies. The position offers £12.60 per hour for 4 hours a week, with potential for additional hours. Ideal candidates are friendly, patient, and empathetic, with knowledge of autism preferred but not essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting people with learning disabilities or autism is welcome but not essential.
• Ability to encourage and support someone to live an active and fulfilling life.
• Reliable and flexible with availability.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and practical support to a young man.
• Support with walks, exercise, and activities in the community.
• Encourage hobbies and leisure activities.

Skills

Friendly

Patient

Empathetic

Reliable

Knowledge of autism and learning disabilities

Job description

Overview

Personal Assistant (PA) – Support for a young man with autism and learning disabilities. Pay: £12.60 per hour. Hours: 4 hours per week (preferably Saturday morning, some flexibility – Saturday afternoon or Sunday possible). Start date: ASAP. Location: Bristol.

About the Role

You will provide companionship and practical support to help him enjoy his interests, stay active, and access the community. Tasks include:

• Supporting with walks, exercise, and activities in the community
• Attending events, outings and visiting cafes
• Providing prompts with light domestic tasks
• Encouraging hobbies such as playing clarinet, music, TV (especially Doctor Who), sewing, and other leisure activities

There is also the potential for additional hours, to support occasional short breaks or weekend away support.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, patient, and able to provide encouragement.
• Interested in supporting someone to live an active and fulfilling life.
• Knowledge of autism and learning disabilities preferable
• Reliable and flexible with availability
• Ideally male, though female applicants will also be considered.

Previous experience of supporting people with learning disabilities or autism is welcome but not essential – an empathetic and willingness to learn are most important.

Key Details

• £12.60 per hour
• Hours: 4 hours per week
• Start date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Autism / Aspergers

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com