Personal Care Assistant TM8520

Independent Lives; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A private care service in Littlehampton seeks a Personal Care Assistant for a child on the autistic spectrum. The role entails providing personal care, companionship, and assistance with daily activities such as grooming and eating. Applicants should have a valid driver's license and access to a private vehicle. This position offers flexible hours, primarily Saturday mornings, and requires a commitment to confidentiality, reliability, and a patient demeanor. Competitive hourly pay of £12.21 is provided.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s licence and access to a private vehicle.
• Experience with children, especially those on the autistic spectrum, is preferred.
• Ability to work independently while following instructions.

Responsibilities

• Support personal grooming and hygiene.
• Assist with eating and drinking.
• Provide transportation to/from activities.
• Engage in recreational activities like swimming and beach outings.
• Assist with dressing and undressing.
• Support with bathroom and toileting needs.

Skills

Respectful of privacy

Reliable with good timekeeping

Patient with excellent interpersonal skills

Proficient in spoken and written English

Job description

Personal Care Assistant

Reference: TM8520
Location: Littlehampton

The role is to support a child. The applicant will be responsible for providing assistance with personal care and companionship during a typical 4‑5 hour workday, usually on Saturday mornings, with additional hours available during school holidays. The position requires a valid driver’s licence, access to a private vehicle, and is an employed role.

Hours and Pay

• Hours per week: 4–5 hours, ideally Saturday morning (flexible); additional hours during school holidays
• Hourly pay: £12.21

About the Child

My son is a 7‑year‑old on the autistic spectrum with limited communication skills. He loves water activities, especially swimming, as well as soft play, parks, beach outings and visiting farms. He enjoys companionship and requires assistance with personal grooming, eating, dressing, toileting, and other daily activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal grooming and personal hygiene support
• Eating and drinking assistance
• Transportation (to and from activities)
• Companionship and engagement in recreational activities (swimming, soft play, beach, farm visits)
• Dressing and undressing assistance
• Bathroom assistance and toileting support, including changing nappies

Candidate Qualities

• Respectful of employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Can follow instructions and work independently
• Hygienic, tidy, and well‑organised
• Fit and healthy to undertake required duties
• Patient with excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest, cheerful, and creative
• Proficient in spoken and written English to a reasonable standard
• Committed to high standards of health & safety

Additional Requirements

Non‑smoker preferred or willing to refrain from smoking during working hours.

Notes

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required. Successful applicants will be engaged directly or employed by the individual employer, not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self‑employed basis, depending on suitability and agreement with the employer. If employed, the employee will be entitled to holiday pay and a written contract.

Equality – Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9.