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Hours: 12 hours per week (flexible days and times to be agreed)
Rate of Pay : £13.45
Location: Community and home-based support within the local area
Purpose of the Role
To provide practical, personal, and administrative support to enable the employer to live independently, manage daily activities, and participate in the community. This role is funded through a Local Authority Direct Payment and must be delivered in a professional, respectful, and person-centred manner.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide support with shopping and errands
• Accompany the employer to appointments, including medical, social, and other engagements
• Provide practical support with finances, such as organising paperwork, budgeting support, and attending appointments together (no sole responsibility for financial decision-making)
• Assist with general day-to-day activities to support independence
• Provide companionship and emotional support where appropriate
• Support planning, organisation, and maintaining routines
• Drive the employer to appointments or activities when required
• Maintain confidentiality and respect the employer s privacy at all times
• Carry out duties in line with agreed support plans and instructions
Essential Requirements
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Willingness and ability to drive as part of the role
• Reliable, trustworthy, and punctual
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Respectful, patient, and supportive approach
Desirable (but not essential)
• Previous experience as a Personal Assistant or Carer
• Experience providing one-to-one or community-based support
• Understanding of person-centred care and professional boundaries
Employment Requirements
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK
• Provision of references if required
• Compliance with Direct Payment employment conditions
Additional Information
This position is funded through a Local Authority Direct Payment. The successful applicant will be employed directly by the individual (or their representative) and not by the council.

PA needed to support a woman in her home so that she can spend more time with her young son.
Household support , shopping, deep cleaning , and gardening.

Important for the carer to establish a relationship with both the customer and her son and be able to take initiative with duties that need to be doone, as the customer does not wish to be a burden and wishes that she was able to do these things independently.

12.5 hours a week , days and times to be agreed at interview with a level of flexibility required by PA- this is due to the level of appointments the customer has throughout the week for both her and her son.
Suggested days are 4 days a week between 10 - 2 pm

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Personal Assistant to support a young man with autism in building trust, confidence, and essential life skills. This role is focused on fostering his independence and empowering him to engage meaningfully with opportunities both at home and within the wider community.

10 hours per week at £13.45 an hour .

Hours and times to be discussed and agreed upon during the interview.

Building a positive, supportive rapport with client & parents Transporting & attendance at hospital appointments Cinema
Well-being walks
Walking the dog-must like dogs Shopping
Accessing local community services Gaming
Trips out e.g. Liverpool Museum

28 year old male is looking for a PA of a similar age to support him for 12 hours a week.
These hours would be split over 3 days to be discussed at interview.
This Gentleman requires a PA with a full driving Licence who would be comfortable driving his disability car.
No experience needed for this role .

Lewis is partially sighted and has one sided weakness due to cerebral palsy. Lewis is also on the autistic spectrum.
Lewis enjoys going to watch movies and eating out.

Lewis would benefit from someone with a cheery disposition who is encouraging and can motivate him to get out the house and become sociable again.

£13.45 an hour with 5.6 weeks of annual leave.

We are looking for a personal assistant / Carer for a young female in Congleton, CW12. This young lady has autism, learning difficulties and behavioural problems. PA will need to be able to drive and have access to own vehicle.
Hours and rate of Pay £13.50 per hour

6 hours per week weekends during term time

Main Duties
This role is mainly for social activities - to build up a relationship with this young lady and help her to develop life skills and Independence - this could be as simple as taking her to the supermarket to buy a couple of items.
Help to build up this young lady s confidence in going outdoors & socializing - This could be a visit to the park, walk down the canal to feed the ducks, having a game of bowling, or going out for dinner somewhere local.
Employer would like the PA to be pro-active and maybe even provide different ideas on places to visit with this lady.

Personal Assistant Specification
DBS check will be required.
Assistant must be honest, trustworthy, and reliable.
My assistant must respect my privacy and always maintain my dignity.
My assistant must be enthusiastic and flexible with a caring disposition.
You must be able to work well independently.
My personal assistant is accountable to me in all aspects of their work. They should always ask what my needs are and listen to my directions and requests.
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure which will be funded through your employer.

Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our customers. Should your application be successful, and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by PeoplePlus .

Personal assistant required for a lady in Gatley, SK8 area female only, ideally aged between 30 and 50.

Personal assistant will require a DBS check prior to starting. Driver with own transport is essential.

Hours and rate of pay

Monday and Wednesday afternoons; some flexibility will be required to cover emergencies and the other personal assistant s holidays.

£12.87 per hour

Main Duties

Personal Care Showering, dressing and changing of stoma bag

Taking the client out into the community Cinema, library, gym, swimming etc.

Personal Assistant Specification

DBS check will be required.

Assistant must be honest, trustworthy, and reliable.

My assistant must respect my privacy and always maintain my dignity.

My assistant must be enthusiastic and flexible with a caring disposition.

You must be able to work well independently and be creative.

My personal assistant should always ask what my needs are and listen to my directions and requests.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure which will be funded through your employer.

I m looking for a PA (or possibly a couple of PAs) to support my 7-year-old son. We are based in Ashford, Kent, and receive funding for 12 hours per week, which would mainly be used during evenings and weekends. During school holidays and half-terms, the hours would likely be more weekday-based. We re very flexible and happy to work around the right person s availability.

He is a lovely, bright, and inquisitive little boy. He loves being outdoors, whether that s visiting parks, exploring the woods, or looking for animals and wildlife. He s also a big fan of cars, playing with toys, role play, and simply spending time with people. He has a real thirst for knowledge and is constantly asking questions and wanting to learn more about the world around him.

He also has an older stepbrother and stepsister, who he loves spending time with. He s very family-oriented and enjoys social interaction, shared activities, and building positive relationships with the people around him.

We re looking for someone kind, reliable, patient, and enthusiastic who can support him to enjoy activities in the community, have fun, and continue building his confidence and independence.

Requirements:

• Own car with business insurance, as the role will involve taking him out and about.

• DBS clearance, which will be paid for. Due to recent changes to the scheme, a new DBS check may be required even if you already have one.

Any agreed expenses and activity costs will be reimbursed or paid upfront.

If this sounds like something you d be interested in, or if you d like to know more about the role, please feel free to get in touch. I d be very happy to answer any questions.

Hourly rate of pay: £12.71

Job Title: Personal Care Assistant

Location: Bristol

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £14.26 - £18.00 per hour

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs?

Do you have experience providing personal care and supporting individuals with complex needs in a care or support setting?

Are you looking to join an OFSTED Outstanding specialist school with a supportive team and excellent training opportunities?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with an OFSTED Outstanding Special School in Bristol that supports children and young people aged 3 to 19 years with a wide range of additional needs. With a dedicated team of staff, governors and families, the school is committed to ensuring every pupil achieves their full potential in a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time Personal Care Assistant with an immediate start. The successful Personal Care Assistant will provide high-quality personal care and support to pupils across the school, assisting with personal care routines, mealtimes, hydrotherapy and physiotherapy sessions, whilst helping pupils access their environment, participate in activities and enjoy all aspects of school life. Full training will be provided, including support with tube feeding, medication administration and manual handling procedures.

The successful Personal Care Assistant will have:

• Previous experience within a care, support work or personal care role

• A caring, patient and respectful approach when supporting children and young people

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to support pupils with complex needs and additional requirements

• A willingness to undertake training including manual handling, medication administration and specialist care procedures

• Energy, enthusiasm and a commitment to inclusion

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply

• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• Market leading rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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Personal Care Assistant - OldhamAspire People is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant to work in a highly regarded specialist SEN school in Oldham. This is an excellent opportunity to join an experienced team supporting young people with a wide range of additional needs. The school supports pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and caters for a diverse range of SEND, including moderate, severe and profound learning difficulties, autism, physical disabilities, sensory impairments and complex medical needs. The provision has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care and educational support in a nurturing and inclusive environment. As a Personal Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils who require assistance with personal care throughout the school day. Maintaining pupils' dignity, wellbeing and independence will be at the heart of everything you do. Working closely with teaching, therapy and support staff, you will help ensure pupils can comfortably access their learning environment and participate fully in school life. Key Responsibilities - Provide personal care support in line with individual care plans - Assist pupils with toileting, changing and hygiene routines - Promote dignity, privacy and independence at all times - Support pupils with physical, sensory and complex learning needs - Work collaboratively with teaching, therapy and support teams - Follow safeguarding, health and safety and care procedures - Maintain accurate records where required - Support pupils to access school activities safely and comfortably We are keen to hear from candidates with previous experience in a caring or support-based role, including: - Care Assistants - Support Workers - Residential Care Staff - Healthcare Assistants - SEN Support Staff - Individuals with experience supporting people with disabilities or complex needs The successful candidate will be: - Caring, patient and empathetic - Comfortable providing personal care - A strong team player - Flexible and adaptable - Reliable and professional - Committed to supporting young people with additional needs Requirements - Previous experience in a care, support or personal care role - Understanding of dignity and person-centred support - Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Willingness to undertake safeguarding and pre-employment checks - Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) What We Offer - Competitive rates of pay - A full-time position within a specialist education setting - The opportunity to support young people with complex needs - Ongoing training and professional development - Support from a dedicated Aspire People consultant If you have a caring nature and previous experience supporting individuals with additional needs, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and a member of the Aspire People team will be in touch to discuss this rewarding opportunity in Oldham. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Personal Care Assistant - Oldham

Aspire People is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant to work in a highly regarded specialist SEN school in Oldham. This is an excellent opportunity to join an experienced team supporting young people with a wide range of additional needs.

The school supports pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and caters for a diverse range of SEND, including moderate, severe and profound learning difficulties, autism, physical disabilities, sensory impairments and complex medical needs. The provision has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care and educational support in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

As a Personal Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils who require assistance with personal care throughout the school day. Maintaining pupils' dignity, wellbeing and independence will be at the heart of everything you do.

Working closely with teaching, therapy and support staff, you will help ensure pupils can comfortably access their learning environment and participate fully in school life.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide personal care support in line with individual care plans

- Assist pupils with toileting, changing and hygiene routines

- Promote dignity, privacy and independence at all times

- Support pupils with physical, sensory and complex learning needs

- Work collaboratively with teaching, therapy and support teams

- Follow safeguarding, health and safety and care procedures

- Maintain accurate records where required

- Support pupils to access school activities safely and comfortably

We are keen to hear from candidates with previous experience in a caring or support-based role, including:

- Care Assistants

- Support Workers

- Residential Care Staff

- Healthcare Assistants

- SEN Support Staff

- Individuals with experience supporting people with disabilities or complex needs

The successful candidate will be:

- Caring, patient and empathetic

- Comfortable providing personal care

- A strong team player

- Flexible and adaptable

- Reliable and professional

- Committed to supporting young people with additional needs

Requirements

- Previous experience in a care, support or personal care role

- Understanding of dignity and person-centred support

- Ability to work effectively as part of a team

- Willingness to undertake safeguarding and pre-employment checks

- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer

- Competitive rates of pay

- A full-time position within a specialist education setting

- The opportunity to support young people with complex needs

- Ongoing training and professional development

- Support from a dedicated Aspire People consultant

If you have a caring nature and previous experience supporting individuals with additional needs, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and a member of the Aspire People team will be in touch to discuss this rewarding opportunity in Oldham.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.