Personal Assistant for a young person 21 hrs p/w in Chatham £14.50 p/h - Driver essential - Chatham - ME4

A young gentleman is looking for a male personal assistant, to support him to live an independent life on a day-to-day basis. As a personal assistant you will be required to provide support in a range of areas including but not limited to:

Support with socialising and accessing The Lodge day centre 3 times per week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 9am-2pm and 6 hours to be worked flexibly on the weekends at client's home. Able to plan routes and be a confident diver with access to car.
Provide reassurance and prompts around daily routine, getting dressed, and managing safety around the house.
To encourage going out and reduce isolation to be able to accompany outings up to 3 times per week.

Looking for someone who can support with struggles to meet new people, has understanding of Autism and able to support someone who is non-verbal. To be open to get to know me, to be understanding, patient and flexible. Reliable and punctual. Experience of working as a Personal assistant is not necessary but keen learner would be an advantage. If you are friendly, enthusiastic, motivating, and caring and want to support someone to remain independent, this job is for you!

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by employer) and references.
This employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010.


Shift Pattern:
Hours are as above and between Mon, Wed, Fri and flexible on the weekends. Times to be agreed with employer. Self-Employed applicants welcome.

For more information and to request an application pack please contact support@ukcil.com or call 03330508010 .

Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our clients. Should your application be successful and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by Medway Council.

The client can only accept applications if you have the right to work in the UK. Please do not apply if you require sponsorships or visa.