LILS/KF/LT - Personal Assistant - Accrington
| Posting date: | 26 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 26 July 2025 |
| Location: | Accrington, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Lancashire Independent Living Service |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | LILS/KF/LT |
Summary
Personal Assistant- Accrington
An opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to an autistic young boy with ADHD within his home and local community.
Responsibilities:
● Provide assistance with taking him on days out.
● Support in encouraging development of independence and life skills.
● Acting as a friend and mentor
● Exploring new interests and hobbies
● Assistance with participating in activities as a family
● An interest in the great outdoors and associated activities would be a distinct advantage.
Candidate Requirements:
● We seek a caring, proactive, and motivated individual with a genuine passion for supporting others.
● Previous experience in a similar role is essential as is a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
● A driver with a full, clean driving license and own vehicle is essential.
Position Details:
This is a part time position and hours are split between 5 hours term time and 8 hours non-term time and will include some weekends. Hourly rate of £12.21 plus 5.6 weeks paid annual leave and workplace pension scheme.
If you are interested in this rewarding opportunity to make a difference in a young person’s life, we would love to hear from you.
For job description and application pack, contact
Lancashire Independent Living Service
Quote employer ref: LILS/KF/LT
Tel: 01772 558863-option 1
An opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to an autistic young boy with ADHD within his home and local community.
Responsibilities:
● Provide assistance with taking him on days out.
● Support in encouraging development of independence and life skills.
● Acting as a friend and mentor
● Exploring new interests and hobbies
● Assistance with participating in activities as a family
● An interest in the great outdoors and associated activities would be a distinct advantage.
Candidate Requirements:
● We seek a caring, proactive, and motivated individual with a genuine passion for supporting others.
● Previous experience in a similar role is essential as is a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
● A driver with a full, clean driving license and own vehicle is essential.
Position Details:
This is a part time position and hours are split between 5 hours term time and 8 hours non-term time and will include some weekends. Hourly rate of £12.21 plus 5.6 weeks paid annual leave and workplace pension scheme.
If you are interested in this rewarding opportunity to make a difference in a young person’s life, we would love to hear from you.
For job description and application pack, contact
Lancashire Independent Living Service
Quote employer ref: LILS/KF/LT
Tel: 01772 558863-option 1