Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker- PUR-112-299
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.50 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 March 2026 |
| Location: | Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB1 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purple DPSS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PUR-112-299 |
Summary
Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref. Support Worker - PUR-112-299
About the Direct Payment Holder We are looking for support for our 16 year old son. H has Autism and a learning disability, he attends full time education in year 11. H is happy and fun loving, he is verbal, fully mobile and independent with self care.
Hours and rate of pay hours 93.5 hours available to use at weekends paid at £13.50 per hour.
Location Cambridge – CB1
DBS/Checks Confirmation of Enhanced DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing… The role involves supervising community activities including park visits, cycling in safe areas, trips to the gym, shopping and other outings. You will help boost H’s confidence and support his independence ensuring his safety while having fun.
Required skills and experience Experience or training with young people with Autism/learning disabilities is essential.
Ability to negotiate and encourage safe choices.
Ability to drive with access to a car is required (mileage will be paid)
Reliable, punctual and responsible – as the role involves community supervision.
Good communication skills to interact effectively with the young person, family and any other support staff.
Ability to follow guidance and care plans, ensuring consistency and safety.
Desirable: First Aid training.
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. Support Worker - PUR-112-299
About the Direct Payment Holder We are looking for support for our 16 year old son. H has Autism and a learning disability, he attends full time education in year 11. H is happy and fun loving, he is verbal, fully mobile and independent with self care.
Hours and rate of pay hours 93.5 hours available to use at weekends paid at £13.50 per hour.
Location Cambridge – CB1
DBS/Checks Confirmation of Enhanced DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing… The role involves supervising community activities including park visits, cycling in safe areas, trips to the gym, shopping and other outings. You will help boost H’s confidence and support his independence ensuring his safety while having fun.
Required skills and experience Experience or training with young people with Autism/learning disabilities is essential.
Ability to negotiate and encourage safe choices.
Ability to drive with access to a car is required (mileage will be paid)
Reliable, punctual and responsible – as the role involves community supervision.
Good communication skills to interact effectively with the young person, family and any other support staff.
Ability to follow guidance and care plans, ensuring consistency and safety.
Desirable: First Aid training.
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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