JOF / Personal Assistant / Care Worker

Position: Personal Assistant (Female)

Location: Close to the University

Start Date: September

Hours: 28 hours/week during term-time, 38 hours/week during school holidays

Rate: £13.15 per hour

Job Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and caring individual to join our team as a Personal Assistant for a delightful 15-year-old girl with special needs. J. is a very happy and social young lady who loves meeting new people and engaging in fun activities. In the past, she has enjoyed trips to the cinema, swimming, gym, bowling, Thorpe Park, Legoland, Top Golf, and more. She also loves cooking and spending time with her PAs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with personal care, including helping with her day-to-day tasks, tidying up her room, changing bedding, and laundry.

• Support her with homework and physio exercises.

• Engage in activities that she enjoys, such as going to the cinema, swimming, or walking her beloved dog.

• Provide companionship and help maintain her social life.

• Work alongside other PAs (option to share the role with 2-3 PAs).

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with special needs is preferable.

• Ideally, you should have a car (mileage covered).

• Patience and a kind, understanding approach—J. does not like being rushed or bossed around.

• A passion for providing care and support.

• Availability on weekdays (AM and PM) with potential weekend hours.

Why This Role? This is an extremely rewarding position, perfect for someone looking to make a real difference in a young person’s life. It's also an excellent opportunity for students pursuing careers in psychology, care, or related fields.

If you are passionate about providing care and support, we would love to hear from you!

When applying for this role, please quote reference JOF.