Personal Assistant in Horfield area 6 hours a week at £12.60/hr Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 9b850dae Job Role - Personal Assistant - We are looking for a reliable, confident, and proactive Personal Assistant (PA) to support a young person, at home and in the community. This role aims to promote independence, safety and enjoyable access to meaningful activities. About the Role You will support a family with a young adult who has additional needs. He is non-verbal, uses PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), and responds well to prompts, modelling, and basic spoken commands. The PA should feel confident engaging with a young adult who uses alternative communication methods. Support is mainly required for: Community access and social activities – cycling (Bristol Family Cycling Centre), parks, playgrounds, walks, shopping trips, bowling, concerts Personal care – requires support when using bathroom facilities. Prompting is usually sufficient, but direct assistance is provided when necessary Domestic support – minimal 1:1 task such as light cleaning or laundry Meal preparation/cooking as required Pay & Employment Details Hourly rate: £12.60 per hour Start date: ASAP (flexible) Paid through PAYE (not cash-in-hand) Mileage may be reimbursed if included in the care plan Working Pattern Support is needed at different times depending on the school schedule: Term time: Any time School holidays: Evenings and daytime support Weekends: Mainly required Total hours: 6 hours per week Hours are flexible to meet the family’s needs. About the Household No pets Child in the home has asthma Non-smoking household: PA smoking not permitted indoors Experience & Skills - The PA must have previous care experience supporting children or young people with additional or communication needs. - Confidence with visual communication systems (such as PECS), de-escalation, and supporting an energetic child in community activities is essential. Lifestyle & Interests The ideal PA will enjoy: Music Shopping Tenpin bowling Cycling Parks and outdoor walks Playgrounds Concerts Engaging in varied community activities A good match will be someone active, patient and confident supporting a child who thrives with structure, encouragement and visual communication. Driving Requirements A driver is useful, but not essential Employer’s vehicle may be available for use when appropriate Additional Information The role focuses mainly on weekend and school-holiday community access to help him enjoy social, active and meaningful experiences. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Personal Care Domestic Care Social Leisure activities Support to remain independent Transportation Full UK driving license Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com