Overview
I am seeking a friendly, outgoing assistant to work with a creative and humorous 30-year-old man with learning difficulties in building confidence, independence, and a fulfilling daily life. He is a talented artist with a love of trains, films, museums, and vintage culture. He thrives with someone who can be both a motivator and a buddy—encouraging him to try new things while offering steady emotional and practical support. The role includes companionship on outings (cinema, pubs, theatres, places of interest), support with household tasks (batch cooking, cleaning, shopping, laundry), and guidance with decision-making and social understanding.
Responsibilities
* Personal grooming
* Eating and drinking assistance
* Moving and handling
* Cooking
* Transportation
* Companionship
* Bathroom assistance
* Assisting with personal grooming and hygiene
* Supporting with meals, drinks, and healthy eating routines
* Helping with mobility and safe moving and handling
* Maintaining a clean and tidy home environment
* Assisting with shopping and errands
* Offering companionship and emotional support
* Assisting with bathroom routines and personal care as required
* Carrying out other relevant duties as needed
Qualifications / Experience
* He reads and writes well but often struggles with interpreting situations and needs clear, patient communication—ideally from someone whose first language is English.
* Experience with learning difficulties is helpful, but the right personality - fun, firm, and emotionally intuitive - is key. 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
* Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
* Reliable, consistent, and able to build trust over time
* Warm, friendly, and outgoing personality
* Honest and a confident motivator who can gently push boundaries
* Patient, encouraging, and emotionally intuitive
* Respectful of the customer’s autonomy while offering firm guidance
Additional requirements
Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
Notes
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required. Disability Confident
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Hours and compensation
Days required: To be agreed with employer. Some weekends required, but on a flexible basis. Hours per week: 17 hours per week. One day to be 6-7 hours to allow for full day out. Please apply even if you are unable to work the full 17 hpw, as job-share will be considered.
Hourly pay rate: £13.60 ph
Role context
I am seeking a friendly, outgoing assistant to work with a creative and humorous 30-year-old man with learning difficulties in building confidence, independence, and a fulfilling daily life. He thrives with someone who can be both a motivator and a buddy—encouraging him to try new things while offering steady emotional and practical support.
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