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Permanent role, starting September 2026.
16.5 hours per week, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9.30am - 3pm.
About the Role
Are you a naturally calm, patient, and empathetic person looking for a truly rewarding one-to-one role?
We are seeking a reliable Personal Assistant to support a young adult who has a visual impairment, dementia and epilepsy
Providing support primarily at a local day centre, with occasional trips out into the community, you will be the steady, reassuring presence they need to navigate their day safely, happily, and with confidence.
Meet the Person
The person you will be supporting is sociable, humorous, and absolutely full of personality! They love:
- Music (Huge Michael Jackson fan!)
- WWE & Video Games
- Animals & History (Please note: there are dogs and a cat at home)
- Spending time with family
Your Responsibilities
- Companion & Guide: Accompany and support them at a local day centre and during occasional community outings.
- Sighted-Guide Support: Safely navigating environments together.
- Assistance with meals: providing supervision or physical assistance due to degeneration of swallowing muscles.
- Emotional Support: Providing gentle reassurance, using calm communication, and de-escalating distress with patience and deep empathy.
- Wellbeing & Engagement: Encouraging participation in activities they love while prioritising their safety.
- Personal Care: Assisting only when required.
About You:
- Strong communicator: Clear spoken English and ability to communicate effectively
- Patient & Calm: Able to provide reassurance and maintain a positive approach
- Reliable & Flexible: Good timekeeping and adaptable
- Friendly & Respectful: Builds a positive, professional relationship
- Team Awareness: Able to communicate any concerns or updates to family members
- Training & Development: willingness to engage in specialised & comprehensive training
Additional information:
- Experience with dementia support
- Visual impairment support/guiding experience
- Epilepsy awareness
Pay: Up to £14.80 per hour
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
