Could You Make a Genuine Difference?
We are looking for a FEMALE Personal Assistant to join a small, dedicated and supportive team assisting a young woman with complex physical disabilities to live a full, active and meaningful life.
This is far more than a traditional care role. We are seeking someone who is enthusiastic, compassionate, motivated and genuinely committed to making a positive difference. We want someone who sees possibilities rather than limitations, enjoys building meaningful relationships and understands that quality support is about enabling someone to thrive, not simply completing tasks.
The successful candidate will be patient, dependable, encouraging, creative, adaptable and able to bring positivity, energy and initiative into every day.
About Abigail
Abigail is a friendly young woman with complex physical disabilities who enjoys music, social interaction, community activities and spending time with people she knows and trusts.
She is currently learning to communicate using specialist assistive communication technology and benefits from support from people who are patient, observant and willing to take the time to understand her individual ways of communicating. Building trust, consistency and positive relationships is extremely important.
We are looking for someone who will support Abigail not only with her physical needs, but also with her communication, confidence, independence, personal development and enjoyment of life.
About the Role
This position is primarily based within Abigail’s family home in Sutton Coldfield, where you will provide one-to-one support as part of a small and dedicated team.
A key part of the role involves supporting Abigail to attend her day centre, community activities, appointments and social opportunities. You will be responsible for driving Abigail’s Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV), accompanying her throughout her day and ensuring her care, wellbeing, communication and participation needs are met at all times.
This is a varied and rewarding role requiring someone who is proactive, self-motivated and able to adapt to Abigail’s individual needs. You will play an important part in helping her access opportunities, develop her communication skills, maintain social connections and enjoy a rich and fulfilling life.
We Would Love to Hear From You If You Are:
- Kind, caring and compassionate.
- Patient, understanding and encouraging.
- Reliable, trustworthy and committed.
- Positive, enthusiastic and uplifting.
- Self-motivated with the ability to use your own initiative.
- Creative and able to think outside the box.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Calm and confident under pressure.
- A good communicator with a sense of humour.
- Someone who genuinely believes every person deserves the opportunity to thrive, develop and enjoy life.
Main Responsibilities
- Providing one-to-one support within Abigail’s home environment.
- Supporting personal care, bathing, dressing, continence care, hygiene and all aspects of daily living.
- Driving a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) and accompanying Abigail to and from day centre attendance, appointments, activities and community outings.
- Providing support throughout day centre attendance and community activities, ensuring Abigail is fully supported to participate and engage.
- Assisting Abigail with eating and drinking, ensuring meals and drinks are provided safely and in accordance with her individual needs and support plans.
- Supporting Abigail to communicate using specialist assistive communication technology and encouraging the development of her communication skills.
- Taking time to understand Abigail’s preferences, choices and individual communication style.
- Encouraging independence, confidence, self-expression and personal development wherever possible.
- Supporting participation in social, recreational and community activities.
- Assisting with mobility, moving and handling procedures, transfers and the safe use of specialist equipment following training.
- Undertaking light household duties related to Abigail’s care, support and wellbeing.
- Working closely with family members and other support staff to provide consistent, person-centred support.
- Following care plans, risk assessments, safeguarding procedures and health and safety requirements at all times.
Essential Requirements
- Female applicant (Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010).
- Full UK driving licence.
- Confidence driving a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) or willingness to undertake training and become confident driving one.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
- Right to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Experience supporting people with physical disabilities.
- Experience of autism, epilepsy or complex needs.
- Experience supporting communication development.
- Previous experience within health or social care settings.
- Care qualifications are welcomed but not essential.
What Matters Most
Whilst experience is valuable, attitude is everything.
We can provide training and support. What we cannot teach is kindness, patience, enthusiasm, initiative, reliability and a genuine desire to make a positive difference in another person’s life.
This is a rewarding but hands-on role involving personal care, feeding assistance, moving and handling, communication support and helping Abigail access meaningful opportunities both at home and in the community.
We are looking for someone who wants more than just a job. We are looking for someone who wants to become part of a team dedicated to helping a remarkable young woman live life to the fullest.
£14.00 per hourSutton Coldfield, West Midlands Part-Time Hours Available Full Training and Ongoing Support Provided
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
