Social & Personal Support Assistant MP8712

Independent Lives; Worthing; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family support service in Worthing is seeking a friendly assistant to help a 30-year-old man with learning difficulties gain independence and confidence. Responsibilities include companionship during outings, household support, decision-making guidance, and personal care. Applicants should be reliable, creative, and possess good interpersonal skills. Working hours are flexible, and applicants with a driver's license and own vehicle are preferred.

Qualifications

• Respectful of privacy and confidentiality.
• Patient and cheerful with a motivational approach.
• Capable of reading and speaking English reasonably.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship on outings to various locations.
• Assist with household tasks such as cooking and cleaning.
• Support personal grooming and hygiene needs.
• Facilitate decision-making and social understanding.
• Manage transportation for outings, preferably by own vehicle.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to follow instructions

Reliable with good timekeeping

Creative and emotionally intuitive

Job description

Overview

Social & Personal Support Assistant
Ref: MP8712
Location: Worthing

Key Details

• Drivers licence required: Yes
• Own vehicle needed: Yes
• Employment status: Employed
• Hours per week: 17 hours (flexible; some weekends)
• Hourly pay rate: £13.60 per hour

Role Summary

Seeking a friendly, outgoing assistant to support a 30‑year‑old man with learning difficulties in building confidence, independence and a fulfilling daily life. He is a talented artist who loves trains, films, museums and vintage culture. The assistant will act as motivator, buddy and steady emotional and practical support.

Responsibilities

• Companionship on outings (cinema, pubs, theatres, places of interest)
• Support with household tasks (batch cooking, cleaning, shopping, laundry)
• Guidance with decision‑making and social understanding
• Personal grooming and hygiene assistance
• Eating and drinking assistance
• Moving and handling support
• Cooking and meal preparation
• Transportation (own vehicle preferred; public transport support)
• Bathroom assistance and personal care as required

Candidate Qualities

• Respectful of privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to follow instructions and work independently
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Fit and healthy for required duties
• Patient and excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest, cheerful and confident motivator
• Creative and emotionally intuitive
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• High standards of health & safety compliance
• Consistent and trustworthy, building trust over time
• Warm, friendly, outgoing personality

Additional Requirements

• Non‑smoker preferred or willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
• Right to work in the UK and willingness to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check

Employment Note

The role may be offered on an employed or self‑employed basis depending on agreement. If employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and an employment contract.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.