At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a gentleman with mental health needs in community activities and promote wellbeing.
- Company: Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in someone's life.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, meaningful work, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Help someone build confidence and independence while engaging in fun activities.
- Qualifications: Experience with mental health conditions and a calm, patient approach required.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 15 £ per hour.
We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Male Personal Assistant (genuine occupational requirement) to support a 40 year old gentleman living with paranoid schizophrenia for 4 hours per week. This role involves supporting access to the community, promoting wellbeing and encouraging engagement in activities such as fitness, sports, boxing, gardening, shopping and music/TV.
Principal duties and responsibilities
- Morning support to establish a positive routine.
- Collecting and dropping off the employer.
- Supporting access to gym, exercise and community activities.
- Providing encouragement, reassurance and emotional support.
- Promoting independence, dignity and choice.
Essential requirements
- Male applicant (genuine occupational requirement).
- Experience with severe mental health conditions (professional or lived experience).
- Calm, patient and understanding approach.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
- Respect for confidentiality and boundaries.
- Enhanced DBS and references required.
Person Centred Care Plan Summary
- 4 hours per week delivered as 2 2 hour morning sessions.
- Community based support including collection and drop off.
- Support Activities: Gym sessions, boxing or exercise, outdoor activities and gardening, shopping and errands, general wellbeing and routine building.
Outcomes
- Improved mental wellbeing and routine.
- Increased social inclusion and activity levels.
- Reduced isolation.
- Maintained independence and confidence.
Risk & Safeguarding Considerations
- The individual has a diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia which may occasionally impact perception, anxiety levels and trust.
- Risks may include withdrawal, distress or reluctance to engage.
- Use a calm, reassuring, non confrontational approach.
- Build consistency and trust over time.
- Avoid overwhelming situations or environments.
- Adapt plans based on presentation on the day.
- Ensure safe transport when collecting and dropping off the employer.
- Maintain professional boundaries at all times.
- Report concerns appropriately in line with safeguarding guidance.
- Respect dignity, privacy and rights at all times.
- Be alert to any changes in mental or physical wellbeing.
- Follow local safeguarding procedures if concerns arise.
Employment & Direct Payments Information
- The PA will be employed through the Local Authority Direct Payments scheme.
- Adult Enhanced DBS check.
- References.
- Paid 4 hours per week.
- Flexible approach required depending on needs.
Key Values Expected: Respect, Patience, Reliability, Compassion, Confidentiality, Person centred care.
To ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act. Be responsible for contacting the GP, Social Worker or Local Authority should the employer need medical assistance.
Job Working Environment: Working in the employer's home and supporting them to access facilities and community activities.
