Personal Assistant : Chorley area : LILS/LM/AG
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 February 2026 |
| Location: | Chorley, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Lancashire Independent Living Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LILS/LM/AG |
Summary
Personal Assistant – Chorley Area – LILS/LM/AG
Hours: 2 hours per week initially, with the possibility of increasing up to 6 hours per week
Rate of Pay: £12.71 per hour
Working Times: Daytime hours – weekdays or weekends (flexible by agreement)
We are seeking a calm, reliable, and understanding Personal Assistant to support a quiet and considerate young man who is socially vulnerable and has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This role focuses on promoting independence, confidence, and social development in a supportive and respectful manner.
The Role
The Personal Assistant will provide one-to-one support to help develop daily living and social skills, both at home and in the community.
Main Duties Include:
• Promoting independence and confidence
• Supporting the development of social skills and social connections
• Assisting with daily living tasks, including:
o Menu planning
o Food shopping
o Developing cooking skills
• Supporting with travelling in the community
• Accompanying and supporting attendance at social and community activities
• Providing encouragement in a calm, patient, and respectful way
About You
• An understanding of the challenges of living with ASD is essential
• Patient, quiet, and considerate approach
• Reliable, trustworthy, and flexible
• Able to encourage independence while offering appropriate support
• Own transport is not essential
Additional Requirements
• Enhanced DBS check essential
• References will be required
• Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working flexible hours in a one-to-one support role.
Quote employer ref: LILS/LM/AG
Tel: 01772 558863-option 1
Or email: lils@disability-equality.org.uk
Hours: 2 hours per week initially, with the possibility of increasing up to 6 hours per week
Rate of Pay: £12.71 per hour
Working Times: Daytime hours – weekdays or weekends (flexible by agreement)
We are seeking a calm, reliable, and understanding Personal Assistant to support a quiet and considerate young man who is socially vulnerable and has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This role focuses on promoting independence, confidence, and social development in a supportive and respectful manner.
The Role
The Personal Assistant will provide one-to-one support to help develop daily living and social skills, both at home and in the community.
Main Duties Include:
• Promoting independence and confidence
• Supporting the development of social skills and social connections
• Assisting with daily living tasks, including:
o Menu planning
o Food shopping
o Developing cooking skills
• Supporting with travelling in the community
• Accompanying and supporting attendance at social and community activities
• Providing encouragement in a calm, patient, and respectful way
About You
• An understanding of the challenges of living with ASD is essential
• Patient, quiet, and considerate approach
• Reliable, trustworthy, and flexible
• Able to encourage independence while offering appropriate support
• Own transport is not essential
Additional Requirements
• Enhanced DBS check essential
• References will be required
• Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working flexible hours in a one-to-one support role.
Quote employer ref: LILS/LM/AG
Tel: 01772 558863-option 1
Or email: lils@disability-equality.org.uk