Personal Care Assistant

People Plus Group LTD; Ashford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive agency is looking for a Personal Assistant (PA) to help a 15-year-old gain confidence and develop social skills. The role involves supporting tasks at home and engaging in outdoor activities like cycling. The ideal candidate will have a good command of spoken English, a clean driving license, and a passion for sports and music. The position offers £14.00 per hour with paid holidays and requires a DBS check.

Benefits

4 weeks paid holiday (pro-rata)

Access to a workplace pension

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Must have a valid UK driving licence.
• Experience working with individuals with Autism is preferred.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support a 15-year-old in building confidence and developing social skills.
• Assist with household chores and family support.
• Engage in outdoor activities and sports.

Skills

Good spoken English

Knowledge of Autism

Understanding of safeguarding safety plans

Enjoys sports, especially cycling

Good rapport with pets

Job description

*We are seeking an active PA with good knowledge of Autism and safeguarding safety plans, as well as an understanding of the importance of equal opportunities, to support our 15-year-old in building confidence and developing social skills.

* The applicant should have good spoken English, a clean driving license, and access to their own car with appropriate insurance.

* The candidate should enjoy sports (particularly cycling), music, playing instruments, and spending time outdoors (e.g., with horses). Support will initially be provided within the home to build a relationship, which will then extend to activities outside of the home.

* Supporting the family and assisting with household chores will be part of the role. A liking of pets is essential as there are dogs within the family home.

Hours:

* 10 hours per week, mutually agreed, which could be weekdays and/or weekends.

Rate of pay:

* £14.00 per hour. 4 weeks paid holiday (pro-rata) plus bank holidays are applicable, as is access to a workplace pension.

* The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (to be provided) and will commence once a clear check is received.

* This position is supported by We Are Beams. Please contact our support broker at [e-mail] to discuss further.

* Candidates must have a Driving Licence and Right to work in the UK. Ideally, they should have knowledge of safety plans and experience working with people with Autism.

Vacancy closing date: 26-July-2025