Personal Assistant / One-to-One Support
Accrington Area | Permanent Part-Time l 15–17.5 Hours per Week
Full UK Driving Licence Required
Start Date: Wed 2 Sept / Wed 9 Sept 2026
About the Person You’ll Be Supporting
We are seeking a kind and reliable individual with a calm and caring nature to support a bright, cheerful and engaging man in his late 30s, who has a young-at-heart outlook.
He has a physical disability that affects bone strength and uses a specialist wheelchair and adapted vehicle to maintain his independence and enjoy his everyday lifestyle.
He lives with his mother in a safe, quiet home environment and takes pride in his independence, personal presentation, and keeping his surroundings and adapted vehicle well maintained.
The successful candidate will have a warm, approachable and professional manner and will maintain a calm, smart-casual appearance appropriate to the role.
About the Role
You will provide one-to-one support with his day-to-day routines, as well as accompany him on outings and transport him to occasional medical appointments.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking predictable, consistent hours that fit around childcare and school schedules, while supporting a healthy work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities & Personal Care
- Driving an adapted automatic vehicle
- Providing light personal care, including toileting, bathing and dressing
- Supporting with minimal, straightforward transfers using a ceiling-track hoist
- Supporting daily routines, activities, and outings
- Transporting him to occasional medical appointments
- Assisting with light household tasks and general errands
Activities May Include
- Scenic drives and trips to the seaside
- Café visits, garden centres, and local attractions
- Park walks and community activities
- Seasonal events, shows, and entertainment
Driving Requirements
- Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record required
- You must be a confident driver and comfortable driving on motorways.
- Full insurance is provided for driving the adapted vehicle
Choose Your Fixed Schedule
Schedule 1) – 60 hours over each four-week cycle (15 hours per week)
- Wednesdays: 09:00-15:00 - every week (6 hours)
- Fridays: 09:00-15:00 - every week (6 hours)
- Sundays: 10:00-16:00 - alternate weeks (6 hours)
Schedule 2) - 70 hours over each four-week cycle (18 hours per week)
- Wednesdays: 09:00-16:–00 - every week (7 hours)
- Fridays: 09:00-16:00 - every week (7 hours)
- Sundays: 10:00-17:00 - alternate weeks (7 hours)
Start and finish times can be discussed where possible, provided his support needs are fully met. Later Sunday afternoon shifts are also available.
The Person We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Kind, patient, respectful and dependable
- Punctual, reliable and flexible
- Organised, proactive and able to use their own initiative
- Comfortable providing personal care
- Confident driving on motorways
- Looking for a consistent, long-term role.
Previous care experience is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided. We value a positive attitude, reliability and a genuine willingness to learn.
Training & Benefits
- Fully paid training, including moving and handling and first aid
- Paid enhanced DBS check
- Paid annual leave
- Pension scheme
- Monthly pay by bank transfer
- Fixed, permanent part-time hours
- Friendly and supportive working environment
Employment Requirements
Employment is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and possession of a full UK driving licence.
The cost of the DBS check will be covered.
Location Requirement
Applicants should ideally live within approximately 12 miles of Accrington.
What You Read is What You Get
A straightforward, predictable role with a consistent working pattern and stability from week to week. Your efforts and contribution will be valued - you will not be treated as just a number.
If you’re seeking a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the independence, wellbeing and quality of life of the person you’ll be supporting, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit one application, selecting your preferred schedule.
Pay: £13.30-£14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid training
Application question(s):
- Please provide your email address?
- Please indicate your preferred schedule? 1 or 2?
Experience:
- Driving: 2 years (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Clean UK Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
