Personal Assistant: One 2 One Support
Location: Accrington area | Manual Driving Licence Required
About the Role
Are you a naturally caring, calm, and a quiet-spoken individual looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference?
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable person to assist a bright, articulate, and cheerful chap in his 30s. He has a complex physical disability and relies on a powered wheelchair for his mobility.
This is an exceptional opportunity for mothers seeking flexible shifts, seamlessly aligning with childcare commitments during nursery and school times, ensuring a balanced approach to work and family life.
You will assist the service user in maintaining independence by completing basic household tasks, providing personal care, engaging in exciting daily outings, and attending medical visits, ensuring his needs are met with care and support.
Daily Outings and Adventures Include
- Scenic Drives, Coastal Walks, and Seaside Resorts.
- Cafes, Restaurants and Garden Centres.
- Outdoor Attractions and Family Entertainment Shows
- Museums, Aquariums and Zoo visits
- Shopping Centres.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote independence and build confidence.
- Establish a steady routine to maintain stability and reliability.
- Accompany the service user to essential medical appointments.
Flexible Schedules Available
Schedule One (18 hrs/week)
- Wednesdays and Fridays: 9:00 AM - 16:00 PM
- Sundays: 13:00 PM - 20:00 PM (Only two per month)
Schedule Two (18 hrs/week)
- Wednesdays and Fridays: 9:00 AM - 15:00 PM
- Sundays: 14:00 PM - 20:00 (Per week)
The employer is committed to providing flexible shift arrangements, tailored to the successful candidate while ensuring the service user’s needs are fully and effectively met.
Your Daily Tasks Will Include
- Safely transport the service user in a specially adapted automatic vehicle.
- Provide personal care, including toileting, bathing, and dressing.
- Assisting with household tasks and running errands.
- Accompany the service user on daily outings and exciting adventures.
Who We’re Looking For
- A calm, professional attitude with strong organisational skills.
- A passionate driver committed to ensuring safe journeys.
- Must be at least 25 for the provided vehicle insurance coverage
- Physically fit and capable of maintaining an active daily routine.
- In good medical health with overall physical well-being.
- Reliable, dedicated, and strong decision making skills.
What We Offer
- Recognition for your efforts - you’ll be truly valued, not just counted.
- Comprehensive training provided by the (employer).
- Full insurance coverage for the specially adapted vehicle.
- DBS check, provided by the (employer)
- Minimal weekend shifts—only two per month!
Work Environment
These duties will take place in a calm, peaceful, and safe home setting, where the service user lives with his mother. His main carer provides her support at different times, ensuring continuity of care.
We offer a fast application process with a swift start for successful candidates. This is a chance to empower independence and create meaningful experiences.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of something truly impactful!
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company car
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Physical Setting:
- Homecare
Shift:
- Day shift
Work days:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you live within a 12-mile radius of Accrington, including areas such as Blackburn or Rossendale, to meet the role requirements?
- Which schedule do you prefer - Schedule 1 or Schedule 2?
- Please provide your email address to receive an application form?
Experience:
- Driving: 3 years (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Clean UK Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
Application deadline: 27/06/2025
