Personal Care Assistant

Warrington Disability Partnership; Warrington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local disability support organization is seeking a reliable Personal Care Assistant in Warrington to assist an 8-year-old non-verbal boy with complex needs. This role includes providing personal care, supporting daily activities, and enabling safe outings in the community. Candidates should have experience in care, a full UK driving licence, and access to a car. The position offers flexible hours on weekends and requires an enhanced DBS check, provided for free.

Benefits

Enhanced DBS check provided free of charge

Permanent contract

Qualifications

• Reliability and experience in personal care assistance.
• Ability to support individuals with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including changing nappies and dressing.
• Escort the child to events, outings, and activities.
• Support participation in leisure activities.

Skills

Experience in a similar care role

Full UK driving licence

Access to your own car with business insurance

Job description

Personal Care Assistant

Reference: DP/VT08
Hours: 4 per week
Preferred availability: Weekend afternoons
Rate of pay: £12.60 per hour
Location: Great Sankey, Warrington
Recruiting on behalf of the employer - Independent Living Team

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Personal Care Assistant to support an 8‑year‑old non‑verbal boy with complex needs, including autism spectrum disorder and Global Development Delay. He also has torticollis, scoliosis, facio‑cranial irregularities, hearing loss, and irregular ear formation, and wears an audio headband. This role involves providing personal care, supporting daily activities, and enabling the child to access safe and enjoyable outings in the community.

Main Duties

• Providing personal care, including changing nappies and dressing/undressing
• Escorting the child to events, outings, and activities
• Supporting participation in leisure activities (parks, soft play)

Personal Requirements

• Experience in a similar care role
• Full UK driving licence
• Access to your own car with business insurance

Additional Information

A probation period will apply
Permanent contract
Enhanced DBS check required (provided free of charge)

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to the Warrington Disability Partnership - Independent Living Team:
Email: [e-mail]
Reference: DP/VT08
The Independent Living Team will forward applications to the prospective employer, who will then arrange interviews.