Part Time Personal Assistants and Bank Staff
Ref: PS185a
Location: Bexhill-on-Sea
This role is to support a gentle, easy-going 22-year-old man with complex needs, both at home and out in the community. He enjoys trips along the beach, walks along the seafront, ice cream, the wind blowing in the trees, or relaxing at home with sensory lights and films. He has complex health and mobility needs and requires full support with all aspects of daily life. There is no challenging behaviour; he is calm, rewarding to support, and responds well to kind, consistent, and genuinely invested people.
The candidate should be a woman (exemption claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9).
Drivers licence required: Preferred
Employment status: Employed
Hours per week: to be discussed
Hourly pay rate: £14.40
Responsibilities
* Personal care & mobility – supporting all aspects of personal care, including washing, dressing, and toileting; assisting with safe moving and handling using hoists and mobility equipment.
* Accompanying him on outings using a wheelchair-accessible vehicle.
* NG tube care (full training provided) – administering feeds and medication, carrying out flushes and equipment checks, monitoring comfort, and keeping accurate records.
* Engagement & quality of life – supporting him to enjoy the things he loves: outings, sensory activities, films, and time in the community; being good company and a positive, dependable presence.
* Household support – light household tasks such as laundry, tidying, and some cleaning.
* Teamwork & communication – working as part of a 2:1 support team, following detailed care plans, recording information accurately, and communicating well with fellow PAs and the family.
* Various clinical tasks – medication prompting/administering; eating and drinking assistance; moving and handling; dressing/undressing; bathroom assistance; other relevant duties as required.
Candidate Qualities
* Warm, patient, and genuinely caring
* Calm, dependable, and trustworthy
* Good attention to detail, especially when following care plans
* Strong communication skills
* Physically able to support full mobility needs
* Flexible for evenings, weekends, and occasional cover shifts
* Desirable but not essential: Full UK driving licence to use a wheelchair-accessible vehicle.
* Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
* Reliable with good timekeeping
* Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
* Hygienic, tidy, and well-organised
* Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
* Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
* Honest and cheerful
* Creative
* Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
* Commitment to health & safety standards.
Additional Requirements
* Non-smoker due to medical reasons
* Vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission
Benefits
* Competitive hourly rate
* Paid holiday entitlement
* Enhanced bank holiday pay
* Full training and ongoing development
* A stable, rewarding role in a welcoming family-led environment
Application Requirements
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
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