Job Title: Personal Care Assistant
Location: Barnoldswick
Hours: Part-Time
Salary: £16.00 - £18.72 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent
Are you looking for a rewarding and meaningful role where you can truly make a difference? My Life is looking for a caring and reliable Support Worker / Personal Assistant to join Thomas’s team and assist him in his family home in Barnoldswick.
Name changed for confidentiality
Join My Life’s Inspirational Team: Make a Real Difference with Us!
At My Life, we’re all about making a real difference in people\'s lives through our passionate and inspirational teams. Here, you won\'t just be working a job; you\'ll be contributing to meaningful community-based work that positively impacts lives every day.
My Life was established in 2012 as a result of a group of people with disabilities and their families wanting something different to traditional types of health/social care services and wanting more choice and control over their own lives. We pride ourselves on being a unique service. We offer personalised support to a diverse range of individuals living in their own homes. Each person has their own dedicated team, delivering support that’s tailored specifically to their needs and preferences. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach—it's about making sense for them and making a difference.
Meet Thomas
Thomas is a wonderful young man who loves nature and getting outside. He has complex care needs and experiences epilepsy, so we’re looking for someone who is calm, patient, and ready to learn.
About the Role
As part of Thomas’ support team, you’ll work alongside a Nurse during the day, ensuring Thomas is enjoying life to the fullest while ensuring his safety and wellbeing is prioritised.
Key Responsibilities
* Daily Living Support: Providing essential support with epilepsy management and complex care needs (full training provided).
* Personalised Support: Supporting Thomas with his daily routine and personal care.
* Health & Well-being Monitoring: Look out for Thomas’s safety, well-being, and overall happiness, always keeping communication open with his family and care team.
* The Great Outdoors: Encouraging and assisting Thomas in getting out into nature—for fresh air and walks.
* Be a Friendly Confidant: Build a genuine connection with Thomas, providing companionship, encouragement, and positivity every day.
About You
* Caring, Patient, & Reliable: You truly want to help.
* Willing to Learn: Epilepsy experience is great, but full training will be provided.
* Values Teamwork: You thrive in a collaborative environment, knowing the importance of working together for the best outcomes for the people you support.
* Experience (Preferred but Not Required): Whether you’ve worked in care or not, a great attitude and willingness to learn are what matter most.
* Driver’s License (Preferred).
Rewards and Benefits
* Competitive pay - based on experience.
* Hours: Part-time or Bank shifts.
* Training and Development: Comprehensive training provided, with ongoing support to help you grow in your role.
* Supportive Work Environment: Join a dedicated team that values teamwork, respect, and empathy.
* Career Progression: Opportunities to advance within My Life Legacy.
* Blue Light Card – offering hundreds of discounts
* £250 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme
Why This Role?
If you’re kind, patient, and looking for a rewarding role, apply today and become part of Thomas’ journey!
Visa sponsorship is not available for this vacancy. You must already have permission to work in the UK.
Due to the high volume of applications received, please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.
My Life Legacy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Those working for My Life will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS and/or provide police checks from other countries, where appropriate. My Life is an equal opportunities employer.
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