PA required for 7 year old autistic child DP7887
PA required for 7 year old autistic child
Ref: DP7887
Location: Littlehampton
Details
This role is to support a Child
The candidate should be a woman*
Drivers licence required: Preferred
Employment status: Employed or Self-employed
Hours per week: Tuesdays & Fridays 3pm - 6pm & Saturdays 11am - 3pm
Hourly pay rate: £12.71 ph
I am looking for a kind active PA to support my autistic son.
He is a lovely, kind 7 year old boy who has interests in technology, music and lego.
You will be working with another PA who looks after my daughter.
Hours will be Fridays and Saturdays for 8 hours per week total (extra hours available during holidays).
Duties
- Going on walks with him, my daughter and the other PA
- Bathing him
- Playing with him
- Sitting with him at mealtimes
- Other relevant duties as required
- Companionship
- Bathroom assistance
Candidate qualities
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Hygienic, tidy and well organised
- Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
- Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Ideally enhanced DBS checked (but Independent Lives can arrange)
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 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.
*Exemption for gender is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Company: Independent Lives
Salary: from £12.71 an hour
Hours: Part-time
Location: Angmering, BN16 4SA
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 20 Oct 2026
Closing date: 19 Nov 2026
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PA required for 7 year old autistic child DP7887 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.
