Personal Assistant required in Ipswich, Suffolk
3 hours available per week
£15.00 per hour
Job Reference 5309
Job description
Although this job description is correct at present, it may change from time to time after negotiation with the post holder.
Must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role, sponsorship not available.
Job Purpose
To be able to access the community and go out without my parents and enjoy the fun things I like to do.
All About Me
I am a 19yr old female who enjoys watching TV shows and films. I like to spend my time crocheting, going to the cinema, festivals, holidays, music, shopping and musicals. I like being creative, superheroes, cool posters, reading and writing.
I have a black cockapoo called Rosie, I have a twin brother and an older brother, we do lots of things together as a family. I am learning to drive, and I am applying for college in September. My favourite modern-day singer is Olivia Rodrigo, but I also love music from the 60’s 70’s and 80’s. My favourite food is Italian.
I am autistic and fit the criteria for PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) I also enjoy fashion, Pinterest, keeping up with current affairs, celebrities, watching cast interviews and compilations.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- 1:1 Support of 19yr old
- Provide moral support in social situations
Personal Specification
(refer to these when submitting your application)
Attitude and approach are very important, with similar interests and a positive attitude with a good sense of humour, outgoing personality and commitment to the role.
Essential Criteria
- Must be able to drive and have access to a car
- Good communication
- Must be adaptable in case plans change
- Will need to be flexible at times with regards to work/day times
- Ability to work without supervision
Desirable
- No previous experience required but useful Maths and English GCSE or equivalent
Other Points to consider
- We are a non-smoking household
- We have a Cockapoo (Is hypoallergenic) so a love for dogs is required.
- You would be responsible to me and my parents
Summary terms and conditions
· Hours, days and times of work: To be discussed, will be dependent upon college applications and September timetable.
· Pay rate: £15
· Annual leave: The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement).
· Expenses: You will be reimbursed for prior agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.
· Sick pay: I do not operate a private sick pay scheme but provided you meet the eligibility criteria, you may be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
· Pension: I do not operate a private pension scheme but I will fulfil my statutory obligations via the NEST pension scheme.
The post is subject to the following
· Background check: A satisfactory Enhanced with Barred List(s) Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this position.
o If you have been convicted of a criminal offence, please send these details to SIL in a separate email or in a sealed envelope together with a stamped addressed envelope. This will not be shared unless you are shortlisted for the post.
References: If successful, you will be required to provide details of two referees, one of which must be your current or most recent employer, or character references if you have not been employed (this cannot be a family member).
· Trial period: This post is subject to a probationary period of 3 months.
How to apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please complete an application form and return it to SIL, quoting the job reference number 5309.
Please refer to the job description.
Online form: https://www.suffolkindependentliving.org.uk/application-form-1
Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01473 603876
Post - Address: SIL, Unit 21, IP City Centre, 1 Bath Street, Ipswich, IP2 8SD
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
