Personal Assistant

Proud to Care South West; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care support organization based in Plymouth is looking for a dedicated individual to support clients by promoting their independence through activities such as shopping and sports. The role does not involve personal care but requires a clean driving license, ability to maintain confidentiality, and a calm demeanor. Applicants should ideally have knowledge of autism and possess skills to encourage personal development. Flexibility in working hours is necessary.

Qualifications

• A clean driving license, own car and suitable business insurance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and understanding of safeguarding.
• Ability to undertake physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Encourage shopping and leisure activities.
• Support conservation voluntary work.
• Develop life skills and confidence.

Skills

Clean driving license

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Understanding of safeguarding

Ability to undertake physical activities

Ability to be calm and predictable

Job description

Vacancy reference: DY22152

Duties

The role will include taking or encouraging me to go to the shops, going to cafes or playing sport, supporting my conservation voluntary work, developing my life skills, or building my confidence using public transport.

Essential requirements

• A clean driving license, own car and suitable business insurance.
• A satisfactory DBS check.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and knowledge and understanding of safeguarding.
• Ability to undertake physical activities.
• Ability to be calm and predictable.

Location

Plymouth PL6

Does the job role include personal care?: No

Working patterns

During term time Friday or Saturday. Days may differ during the college holiday periods. Some flexibility is required.

Essential details

• A clean driving license, own car and suitable business insurance.
• A satisfactory DBS check.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and knowledge and understanding of safeguarding.
• Ability to undertake physical activities.
• Ability to be calm and predictable.

Desirable

Knowledge and experience of autism and a therapeutic approach