Personal Support Assistant

Diverse Abilities; Hurn, Poole, Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Diverse Abilities is looking for a personal support assistant to join our team providing care to adults with disabilities in their homes. The role includes providing exceptional support, maintaining records, and assisting with daily living tasks, all aimed at promoting independence. A commitment to safeguarding and a full UK driving licence is preferred.

Benefits

Discounts through Blue Light Card

Auto-enrolment pensions

Paid holiday

Cycle-to-work scheme

Paid during training and diplomas

Long service awards with bonuses and vouchers

Qualifications

• Full, UK manual driving licence (desirable)
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills required
• Empathy and compassion essential

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent support and care to adults with disabilities
• Maintain accurate daily records
• Support daily living tasks to promote independence

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Basic numeracy

Basic literacy

Job description

Adult Services - Supporting Living, Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole

We are looking to recruit a personal support assistant to join our Supported Living team, providing care to adults with disabilities in their own homes. Our team works around the clock, 24/7, 365 days a year. You will have the opportunity to meet and build relationships with a diverse range of individuals.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Providing an excellent level of support and care
2. Maintaining accurate daily records
3. Supporting daily living tasks to promote independence

Essential skills required:

• Full, UK manual driving licence (desirable)
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Empathy and compassion

For full details on the requirements and essential skills, please refer to the detailed job description linked above.

Commitment to safeguarding:

Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Please include a full work history in your application, including any employment gaps. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required before starting. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits and bonuses:

We offer a wide range of rewards and benefits, including discounts through Blue Light Card, auto-enrolment pensions, paid holiday, and a cycle-to-work scheme. You will be paid during training and while pursuing diplomas. Long service awards are given at 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25+ years, including bonuses, vouchers, and extra paid time off.

Join us and listen to "Reasons to Care," a podcast hosted by Michelle (Supported Living Deputy Manager) and Clare (Children’s Team Short Breaks Manager), sharing inspiring stories about working in care. Discover what our employees say about working with us and see how we make a difference in people's lives.