PA/carer DP6143
| Posting date: | 16 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 June 2025 |
| Location: | Chichester, West Sussex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Independent Lives |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DP6143 |
Summary
Details
This role is to support a Child
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Hours per week:
Mainly after school 3:15pm to 6:15pm 3 hours a day
Hourly pay rate:
£14 an hour
I am currently seeking a caring and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to
support my wonderful 13-year-old son, who has autism and ADHD. He is nonverbal, although he can say a few words, and communicates effectively in his own
unique way. He absolutely thrives on engaging activities and outings.
One of his absolute favourite pastimes is swimming, and he also has a special
love for Paultons Park, where he enjoys spending time exploring and having fun.
He is a very happy and joyful child, and the right P.A. will need to match his energy
and share in his excitement for these activities.
I am looking for a P.A. who can assist after school from 3:15 pm to 6:15 pm,
offering consistent care for three hours a week. In addition to this regular
schedule, there will be opportunities for additional hours during school half-terms
and the summer holidays to help make these times as enjoyable and fulfilling as
possible for him.
Flexibility is key, so I would love to hear about your availability throughout the
week, as we can adjust the schedule to find a routine that works best for everyone
involved.
If you are passionate about working with children, especially those with special
needs, and are interested in making a positive difference in a young boy’s life, I
would be delighted to hear from you!
Duties include:
Medication prompting/administering
Other relevant duties as required
Dressing / undressing
Bathroom assistance
Candidate qualities:
Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
Reliable with good timekeeping
Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
Hygienic, tidy and well organised
Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
Honest and cheerful
Creative
Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
Someone who is reliable, kind, caring and patient.
Know of autism/worked with children.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker due to medical reasons, Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to
refrain from smoking during working hours, Vulnerable to the risk of infection and
disease transmission
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.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position you will be
employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives.
Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued
employment contracts.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9.
This role is to support a Child
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Hours per week:
Mainly after school 3:15pm to 6:15pm 3 hours a day
Hourly pay rate:
£14 an hour
I am currently seeking a caring and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to
support my wonderful 13-year-old son, who has autism and ADHD. He is nonverbal, although he can say a few words, and communicates effectively in his own
unique way. He absolutely thrives on engaging activities and outings.
One of his absolute favourite pastimes is swimming, and he also has a special
love for Paultons Park, where he enjoys spending time exploring and having fun.
He is a very happy and joyful child, and the right P.A. will need to match his energy
and share in his excitement for these activities.
I am looking for a P.A. who can assist after school from 3:15 pm to 6:15 pm,
offering consistent care for three hours a week. In addition to this regular
schedule, there will be opportunities for additional hours during school half-terms
and the summer holidays to help make these times as enjoyable and fulfilling as
possible for him.
Flexibility is key, so I would love to hear about your availability throughout the
week, as we can adjust the schedule to find a routine that works best for everyone
involved.
If you are passionate about working with children, especially those with special
needs, and are interested in making a positive difference in a young boy’s life, I
would be delighted to hear from you!
Duties include:
Medication prompting/administering
Other relevant duties as required
Dressing / undressing
Bathroom assistance
Candidate qualities:
Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
Reliable with good timekeeping
Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
Hygienic, tidy and well organised
Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
Honest and cheerful
Creative
Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
Someone who is reliable, kind, caring and patient.
Know of autism/worked with children.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker due to medical reasons, Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to
refrain from smoking during working hours, Vulnerable to the risk of infection and
disease transmission
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.
Please note, if you are successful in your application for this position you will be
employed directly by the individual employer and not Independent Lives.
Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued
employment contracts.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9.
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