Personal Assistant Required RG8273

Personal Assistant Required RG8273 Company: Independent Lives Salary: £15 Hours: Part-time Location: Henfield, BN5 9RQ Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 12 Aug 2026 Closing date: 11 Sept 2026 Summary Personal Assistant Required Ref: RG8273 Location: Henfield Details This role is to support a Child Drivers licence required: Yes Own vehicle needed: Yes Employment status: Employed Hours per week: - 4 hours per week during term time - 12 hours per week during school holidays Hourly pay rate: £15 an hour We are looking for a reliable, confident and supportive PA to work with the customer, who is 12 years old and enjoys walks in the countryside, listening to stories amongst other things. The customer loves being in the community, swimming, trampolining and spending time outdoors. He has severe ASC and learning difficulties, and we are seeking someone who is patient and confident in supporting his individual needs. There is no risk awareness and no road safety awareness, so this will need to be navigated correctly when working with the customer. About the role: The role involves supporting the customer to build independence, enjoy activities he likes, accessing the community and attending clubs or outings when suitable. Your support will help him feel confident, included and able to participate in meaningful day-to-day experiences. Ideal Qualities: Calm, responsible and patient Supportive, encouraging and proactive Confident in managing additional needs Able to promote independence and positive routines Flexible and understanding This role will suit someone who enjoys working with children and young people and can offer consistent, positive support. Duties include: - Other relevant duties as required - Administration - Transportation - Companionship Candidate qualities: - Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality - Reliable with good timekeeping - Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative - Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills - Honest and cheerful - Creative 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 the role is offered on a self-employed basis, you will be responsible for the cost of your own DBS check. 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. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions. Related jobs Personal Assistant DP8661 from £12.71 per hour Independent Lives Worthing On-site Permanent Part time Personal Assistant RG9019 from £20.58 per hour Independent Lives Hassocks On-site Contract Part time Personal Assistant RG9019 from £20.58 per hour Independent Lives Hassocks On-site Contract Part time #J-18808-Ljbffr