Personal Assistant NDS8632
| Posting date: | 27 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 26 June 2025 |
| Location: | Yapton, Arundel |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Independent Lives |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | NDS8632 |
Summary
Personal Assistant
Ref: NDS8632
Location: Yapton
Details
This role is to support a Child
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
employed
Hours per week:
4 hours per week term time, 8 hours per week in the school holidays
Hourly pay rate:
£12.21 per hour. Mileage@ 45p per mile
My kind and loving 5-year-old boy is looking for an outgoing PA to get him out and about, participating in activities such as swimming and walks in the woods whilst keeping him safe. He enjoys energetic activities such a trampoline parks, play parks. Our son also loves animals, so trips to the farm and zoo are his favourite things to do.
He has ASD and is currently non-verbal with some understanding. He loves being outdoors but can be a little anxious using his buckle clips to self sooth. We are seeking someone who is nurturing and kind, to help build his confidence.
Our son is full of energy and elopes frequently; if he gets the chance he will take the opportunity to run, so you must be ready for the challenge.
The role at times will involve working alongside another PA for my twin boy for group outings.
Experience of working with ASD children is preferrable.
Duties include:
Personal grooming
Transportation
Companionship
Dressing / undressing
Bathroom assistance
Accessing social and leisure activities e.g. Walks, swimming, going to parks, trampoline parks, farms visits, days out, etc
Whilst at home, participate in activities linked to his interests/that extend his learning.
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
Experience of working with ASD children is preferrable.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
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 either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
Ref: NDS8632
Location: Yapton
Details
This role is to support a Child
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Employment status:
employed
Hours per week:
4 hours per week term time, 8 hours per week in the school holidays
Hourly pay rate:
£12.21 per hour. Mileage@ 45p per mile
My kind and loving 5-year-old boy is looking for an outgoing PA to get him out and about, participating in activities such as swimming and walks in the woods whilst keeping him safe. He enjoys energetic activities such a trampoline parks, play parks. Our son also loves animals, so trips to the farm and zoo are his favourite things to do.
He has ASD and is currently non-verbal with some understanding. He loves being outdoors but can be a little anxious using his buckle clips to self sooth. We are seeking someone who is nurturing and kind, to help build his confidence.
Our son is full of energy and elopes frequently; if he gets the chance he will take the opportunity to run, so you must be ready for the challenge.
The role at times will involve working alongside another PA for my twin boy for group outings.
Experience of working with ASD children is preferrable.
Duties include:
Personal grooming
Transportation
Companionship
Dressing / undressing
Bathroom assistance
Accessing social and leisure activities e.g. Walks, swimming, going to parks, trampoline parks, farms visits, days out, etc
Whilst at home, participate in activities linked to his interests/that extend his learning.
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
Experience of working with ASD children is preferrable.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
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 either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
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