Personal Assistant

PA Pages; Croydon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A private family in Croydon seeks an energetic individual to assist in caring for their non-verbal autistic son. The role involves providing companionship, support in daily activities, and ensuring his safety while engaging in outdoor adventures. Applicants should possess patience, good interpersonal skills, and a clean driving record. Flexible working hours are available, particularly during school holidays.

Benefits

Holiday pay if employed

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Must have good timekeeping and be hygienic.
• Capable of moving and handling tasks.
• Able to read and speak English to a reasonable standard.

Responsibilities

• Assist with eating and drinking.
• Provide companionship and engage in activities.
• Support personal care needs.

Skills

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Ability to follow instructions

Creativity

Job description

Up to 10 hours per week during term time and up to 12 hours per week during school holidays. Term time hours would be on Saturday or Sunday - flexible during school holidays.

Are you patient, energetic, and love staying active? I'm looking for someone just like you to help support my Autistic non-verbal 8-year-old son, ensuring his safety and happiness while out and about.

He's a joyful boy with a love for bouncing, swimming, animals, and outdoor adventures. Whether it's soft play, trampoline parks, or a day at the pool, he’s always ready for fun.

At times, he may use a walking harness or stroller to stay comfortable and safe. If you're someone who enjoys being on the move and working with kids, I'd love to hear from you!

Duties include:

• Eating and drinking assistance
• Moving and handling
• Other relevant duties as required
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Bathroom assistance
• Bathroom assistance includes pads changing as they are doubly incontinent
• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Creative
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

Additional requirements

Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours

Notes:

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9