Job Opportunity: Self-Employed Personal Assistant
Key job details
Callington
£15.84 per hour
18 hours per week
Monday to Friday (flexible with the time)
Driving licence is essential, owning a vehicle is desirable
Self-employed
Description
The individual is an adult with a long-standing learning disability as well as ADHD and Autism. They may need information explained clearly and simply, and benefit from gentle support with daily tasks. They have their own car but may need guidance when travelling to new places. They enjoy spending time outdoors, walking a dog, visiting the seaside, fishing and kayaking. They would welcome support with social activities and opportunities to reduce loneliness. Assistance may also be needed with household tasks, including tidying, preparing meals, keeping track of appointments and taking medication. They sometimes find numbers and daily routines challenging, so patient and reliable support is important.
Personal attributes and experience
Patient, calm and understanding
Able to offer kind and supportive guidance
Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, ADHD or Autism is desirable
Clear and empathetic communication skills, able to simplify and repeat information when needed
Physically fit and happy to take part in outdoor activities
Able to cook simple varied meals
Organised and able to support with appointments and medication prompts
Driving licence required
Owning a vehicle is desirable
Key responsibilities
Supporting social activities, including nature walks, seaside visits, fishing and kayaking
Encouraging community engagement and helping reduce loneliness
Assisting with travel and providing clear guidance to new places
Helping with meal preparation and maintaining a tidy home
Supporting diary management, hospital appointments and medication reminders
Offering reassurance and helping manage any confusion in a calm and supportive way
Encouraging safe coping strategies and providing consistent, friendly support
Essential requirements
Great communication skills
Flexibility & adaptability to adapt to changing demands or unexpected situations
Proof of self-employment in the UK, insurance & DBS check
Relevant Training/Qualifications
Data Protection and Confidentiality – follows UK GDPR regulations
Why apply?
If you enjoy supporting others, take pride in providing reliable and compassionate care, and meet the requirements listed above, this could be a rewarding role for you.
Terms:
This role requests a self-employed person to provide services directly to the client. You will be paid by them and not our organisation.