Purple Match
Personal Assistant – PHB
Essex
Posted 21 hours ago
Job Features
| Job Category | Essex |
| Vacany Reference: | PUR-078-793 |
| Hours | Various |
| Rate of Pay | £15.oo per hour |
| DBS/Checks | Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed. |
| About the Person You Will Support: | M is an amazing 18-year-old wheelchair user living in Benfleet. He has complex learning, physical and medical needs due to an extremely rare genetic condition. M is non-verbal and communicates using PECS, gestures and vocal sounds. The Direct Payment Holder is seeking a kind, patient and positive Personal Assistant to support M to feel safe, confident and happy while accessing his community, enjoying new experiences and developing his independence at a pace that suits him. The ideal PA will build a trusting relationship with M, recognise his strengths and support him to live a full and meaningful life. |
| Key Responsibilities: | The Direct Payment Holder is seeking a kind and reliable Personal Assistant to support M at home and in the community, helping him build independence while meeting his complex care and medical needs safely. Duties include providing personal care, supporting a structured toilet-training programme, assisting with meals and snacks, administering medication, and managing tube feeds and fluids via M's Mic-Key feeding tube. The PA will follow established routines, offer gentle encouragement, and provide consistent, person-centred support throughout the day. |
| Requirements: | Calm, positive and caring approach Reliable and willing to follow established routines Comfortable supporting complex medical and personal care needs Good sense of humour and willingness to learn Full clean driving licence Non-smoker Comfortable working in a home with a Labrador Experience is desirable but not essential, as full guidance and training will be provided. The most important qualities are kindness, patience and a commitment to supporting M to live a happy, fulfilling life. Please send your CV, two references and a short covering letter explaining your suitability for the role. * Sponsorship is not available for this role * * No agencies please |