Who are we?
Join Danny’s Dream and be part of an Outstanding CQC-rated service that truly puts people first. We support individuals with profound and multiple learning disabilities, physical disabilities and complex health needs. We empower them to live with dignity, independence and choice. We provide services Monday to Friday only and no bank holiday working. We offer an excellent work-life balance. Our team is passionate, committed and valued — reflected in our strong staff retention and supportive culture.
Personal Assistant
Full Time and Part Time Positions Available
NMW / £12.96 per hour (for NVQ Level 2 or above)
The role will include:
· Providing full personal care with dignity and respect
· Supporting individuals with medication (in line with training and policy)
· Assisting with mobility and safe transfers (including hoisting)
· Supporting specialist health needs such as PEG feeding
· Encouraging independence and participation in daily activities, such as bowling and swimming
· Supporting access to the community
· Completing clear and accurate care documentation
· Promoting safeguarding, wellbeing and individual choice at all times
Are you committed to supporting service users to live their life in the way they choose? Do you want to empower the people you support? Are you service user focused, committed and reliable?
If so, we want to hear from you!
To be successful in this role you will:
· Hold (or be willing to work towards) NVQ Level 2 in Care or equivalent
· Have experience in a caring role, demonstrating patience, compassion and respect
· Have strong communication and teamwork skills
· Be reliable, flexible and adaptable
· Be committed to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing
To view the the job description please go to: https://goodwindevelopmenttrust.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/JobDescriptions/IQAtjn1GNdsYQrOHWAzs-23jAbyl2BMf72ywwOTe5vNHuMw?e=Gtmpeh
What can we offer you?
· Commitment to staff professional development and ongoing training with the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications
· CycleScheme
· Gym Discounts
· Discounted Tastecard (this provides access to hundreds of discounts!)
· Group Life Insurance
· Free Counselling Service
· Length of Service Rewards
Closing Date: 2nd September 2026
Interview date: TBC
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We actively encourage applications from disabled candidates and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.
Please note that we do not accept CVs. To apply, please complete the application form through the following link: https://system.citrushr.com/Job?uid=grimvtzaoikglcdixuil
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Check and Satisfactory References.
Goodwin Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruiting procedures through references and DBS checks
Pay: £12.71-£12.96 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
