Personal Assistant ES334
- Company: Independent Lives
- Salary: from £12.71 an hour
- Hours: Part-time
- Location: Forest Row
- Working pattern: On-site
- Job type: Permanent
- Posting date: 18 Sept 2026
- Closing date: 18 Oct 2026
Summary
Personal Assistant
Ref: ES334
Location: Forest Row
Details
This role is to support a Child
Drivers licence required: Yes
Own vehicle needed: Yes
Hours per week:
- 4 to 6pm from Monday to Thursday, Saturday 4 - 5 hours
Hourly pay rate:
£12.71 - £15 per hour depending on qualifications
Seeking a kind compassionate person for after school home support of our 15 year old non verbal Autistic boy.
He likes to play music, go for drives, do puzzles, card matching, playing catch, tickling and bubble baths.
Our house is in Forest Row East Sussex, a lovely village setting, lots of nature, with plenty of parking.
Offering hours from 4 to 6pm, Monday to Thursday, then an added Saturday slot for 4 - 5 hours for going out activities like swimming, soft play, or day trips.
We're offering £12.71 - £15 per hour depending on qualifications.
Duties include:
- Personal grooming
- Eating and drinking assistance
- Moving and handling
- Clinical tasks
- Other relevant duties as required
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Dressing / undressing
- Bathroom assistance
- Keeping environment tidy
- Some occasional Shopping
- Some food preparation
Candidate qualities:
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Honest and cheerfulCreative
- Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
- Must be comfortable with cats
- The role requires close personal contact with an individual who is extremely vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission. Preference may be given to applicants who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Careful consideration will be given to applicants who can show the vaccination is not suitable for them on reasonable grounds.
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
Notes:
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required. If the role is offered on a self-employed basis, you will be responsible for the cost of your own DBS check.
If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.
Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.
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Personal Assistant in Forest Row employer: Independent lives
As a Personal Assistant for domestic support, you will find a rewarding role that values your reliability and interpersonal skills in a supportive home environment. Our work culture prioritises respect, confidentiality, and understanding, particularly for those with autism and ADHD, ensuring you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying flexible hours. With opportunities for personal growth and a focus on high standards of health and safety, this position offers a unique chance to contribute positively to someone's daily life.
