Female Personal Assistant, One 2 One Support

Female Personal Assistant – One-to-One Support

Location: Accrington (must hold a clean UK driving licence)

Permanent | Part-Time | 18 hours per week

Make a Real Impact Every Day in Someone's Life — With Hours That Work for You.

This rare opportunity offers just that - a consistent, fulfilling role where you'll be truly valued for the difference you make, not just counted.

It's an extraordinary chance to support a bright, delightful, and engaging young man in his thirties who uses a wheelchair due to a complex physical disability. He's a joy to care for, and your calm, caring presence will help him maintain his independence to the best of his ability.

About the Role

We're seeking a reliable, empathetic, and soft-spoken person to provide direct support in a calm, well-kept, adapted property. You'll need initiative, compassion, and a genuine love of driving, along with the ability to support a varied daily routine.

Choose the Schedule That Works Best for You

Option 1 – Ideal in School Hours + Alternate Sundays

• Wednesday: 09:00 – 16:30
• Friday: 09:00 – 16:30
• Sunday: 14:00 – 20:00

Option 2 – Ideal in School Hours + Weekly Sundays

• Wednesday: 09:00 - 15:00
• Friday: 09:00 - 15:00
• Sunday: 14:00 - 20:00

We're open to offering some flexibility in shift times and hours, including Sundays, while ensuring the service user's needs are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote independence and build confidence
• Drive the adapted vehicle safely
• Assist with personal care (toileting, bathing, dressing)
• Transport to essential medical appointments
• Carry out light household tasks
• Run occasional errands and light shopping
• Accompany on outings and daily activities

Daily Outings May Include

• Scenic drives and local seaside towns
• Café visits, garden centres, and retail parks
• Trips to museums, zoos, and family-friendly attractions
• Gentle walks in parks and along the coast
• Seasonal visits to markets, fairs, and festive displays

Requirements

• A genuine enjoyment of driving – this is essential to the role
• Clean UK driving licence and medically fit to drive
• Physically fit and able to support a varied routine
• Willing to complete a paid DBS check and training
• Reliable, organised, and kind-hearted

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Drive the service user in his fully insured, adapted car – no need to use your own
• Paid DBS check and full training provided
• A calm, clean, and safe home setting
• You'll be truly valued for the impact you make every day – not just counted

The service user lives with his mother in a peaceful, supportive property.

If you're of a similar age and enjoy uplifting activities, daily outings, and meaningful connection, this could be a perfect fit - especially if you're seeking a fulfilling role with shorter hours that complement family life.

Location Requirements

Applicants must live within a 12-mile radius of Accrington, including areas such as Blackburn and Rossendale. Applications beyond this radius will not be considered.

Apply Now – Flexible or Immediate Start Available

We welcome applicants seeking long-term, fulfilling work with a consistent routine. Initial interviews can be offered virtually, if preferred, before a formal in-person interview.

If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.65-£13.25 per hour

Expected hours: 18 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car
• Company pension
• Flexitime
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Application question(s):

• If your preferred shift times differ from Schedule 1 or 2, please provide them here.

Experience:

• Driving : 3 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Clean UK Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/11/2025