Vacancy Details
Are you an experienced Personal Assistant/Support Worker looking for a new role that is rewarding and provides a sense of satisfaction? Would you like to provide support to a gentleman in the community to enable his to live life to the full? If the answer to these questions is ‘yes’, then a role with My Life Legacy could be for you!
About us
My Life is a highly respected charity and we are currently seeking an experienced Personal Assistant/Support Worker to join an established team of staff working with our client in his home in Burnley. 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. My Life currently provides care and support to a growing number of individuals who have complex health and social care needs across the Northwest of England. Our staff are integral to the success of the charity as they are the ones making a real difference to people’s lives.
Your Responsibilities
This Personal Assistant/Support Worker role is supporting an intelligent young man with autism who has a keen interest in going for walks and visiting parks and beaches. Also loves attending discos and concerts. Your role will be to assist him to access the community, promote his independence and, as part of the My Life team, you will ensure that care is provided in a way that respects the individual.
What you'll need to Succeed
In order to succeed, you will be kind-hearted and interested in making a positive difference to this man’s life. You will have experience working as a Personal Assistant and/or Support Worker and you will have supported people with autism or, learning difficulties and/or epilepsy. You will be self-motivated, flexible and have the ability to use your own initiative whilst being caring and sensitive to the needs of others. You will hold a full driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the young man you will be supporting whilst benefiting from the following:-
Competitive pay.
* Hours: Opportunities for full-time or part-time.
* 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
* £450 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme
You will be paid up to £12.21 per hour plus sleep rate.
Due to the high volume of applications received, please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.
My Life 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.