Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker-PUR-065-396
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 February 2026 |
| Location: | West Bromwich, West Midlands B71 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purple DPSS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PUR-065-396 |
Summary
Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref. PUR-065-396
About the Direct Payment Holder To provide social support for a 28-year-old women with Learning Disabilities by accompanying her to social and leisure activities. The role aims to develop her confidence and social skills in a fun and supportive way.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys social activities and wants to make a positive impact on someone’s life by helping them gain confidence and independence.
Hours and rate of pay hours £12.21 per hour
10 hours per week – Flexible – days, evenings and weekends (to be discussed at interview)
Location West Bromwich (B71)
DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing… Key responsibilities include:
• Accompany her on outings such as:
• Theatre, cinema and live music events
• Restaurants and cafes
• Shopping trips
• Gym and other fitness activities
• Encourage and support social interactions in various settings
• Provide gentle guidance and reassurance to help build independence
• Ensure her safety and well-being during outings
• Be a friendly and supportive companion
Required skills and experience • Friendly, patient and understanding personality
• Experience or interest in working with individuals with learning disabilities (preferred but not essential)
• Reliable and able to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends)
• Good communication skills
• Ability to encourage and support social development
• A driver with access to a car - Essential
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *
Job ref. PUR-065-396
About the Direct Payment Holder To provide social support for a 28-year-old women with Learning Disabilities by accompanying her to social and leisure activities. The role aims to develop her confidence and social skills in a fun and supportive way.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys social activities and wants to make a positive impact on someone’s life by helping them gain confidence and independence.
Hours and rate of pay hours £12.21 per hour
10 hours per week – Flexible – days, evenings and weekends (to be discussed at interview)
Location West Bromwich (B71)
DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing… Key responsibilities include:
• Accompany her on outings such as:
• Theatre, cinema and live music events
• Restaurants and cafes
• Shopping trips
• Gym and other fitness activities
• Encourage and support social interactions in various settings
• Provide gentle guidance and reassurance to help build independence
• Ensure her safety and well-being during outings
• Be a friendly and supportive companion
Required skills and experience • Friendly, patient and understanding personality
• Experience or interest in working with individuals with learning disabilities (preferred but not essential)
• Reliable and able to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends)
• Good communication skills
• Ability to encourage and support social development
• A driver with access to a car - Essential
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *
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