Purple Match

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-617-772
About the Direct Payment Holder	A happy young male aged 17 with complex needs is seeking a Support Worker. He enjoys watching TV (especially football) and relaxing in his adapted living space at home. He has severe developmental impairment (Tuberous Sclerosis), is non-verbal, and uses incontinence pads. He also has epilepsy, experiencing regular seizures (usually 1–2 per day). He is mobile in safe environments such as home, school, and family houses. He enjoys playing with his toys and can feed himself finger food, but requires assistance with drinks and cannot use cutlery. When out in the community, he uses a wheelchair due to seizures and lack of awareness of dangers.
Hours and rate of pay	Flexible hours during school holidays, up to 10 hours per week, and some weekends   £12.50 per hour
Location	Cambridge (CB21)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training	Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required: • Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	Providing support at home and in the community Supervising in the home environment, ensuring safety while he enjoys his adapted area, garden, and play Taking for walks to the park (using wheelchair) Supporting with personal care, including changing pads when needed Assisting with meals, drinks, and access to snacks Supporting with safe mobility and supervision during activities
Required skills and experience	Experience of supporting individuals with special and complex needs is preferred, ideally in a SEND school or care environment Kind, patient, and relaxed nature Comfortable supporting both complex needs and personal care Must have access to a vehicle due to home location (no regular bus routes available)

  Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you. * Sponsorship is not available for this role * * No agencies please *

Female Personal assistant/Support Worker- Self employed or PAYE – PUR-881-522 – Cambridge (CB4) Between £13 – £18 per hour About the Service User: Personal assistant required for outgoing, mature female. Hours and Rate of Pay: 15 hours per week with flexibility to cover annual leave and other absences. Rate of pay- Between £13 – £18 per hour depending on work status. Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. Duties include Support with personal care. Meal planning, preparation, cooking and food.  Provide support to order food online etc. Support with household chores including laundry and assisting to maintain the home environment. Opportunity to provide support during outings. Undertake any duties which may be reasonably allocated and fall within the scope and responsibility of the job. Suitable candidate: The successful candidate will have good communication skills. Someone who can work in a collaborative manner and is easy to get along with. You would ideally have some knowledge and experience with working with people in a care setting, but attitude and personality are more important. Someone who can be fragrance free as I have allergies is essential. Support will be provided to achieve this, but this is essential as it effects my health and wellbeing. You should be hardworking, honest and have a genuine interest in the provision of high-quality care. You will be trustworthy and reliable.  In return you will have the opportunity to practice your skills. This post is open only to people who identify as female due to the personal care element of the job and is a genuine occupational requirement.

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-817-877
About the Direct Payment Holder	A creative and vibrant young man in his early 20s is looking for a friendly, like-minded companion to provide support, engagement, and encouragement with his communication and interests. He is autistic and can find communication challenging, but he has a wonderful personality and a deep passion for music, Star Wars, Marvel and D.C. comics. He is also an incredibly talented digital artist, with a particular love for creating animations inspired by his favourite music and pop culture heroes.
Hours and rate of pay	10 hours per week, primarily on Saturdays
Location	Stevenage (SG2)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training	Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required: • Safeguarding Adults • Introduction to first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	Able to engage in shared interests such as digital art, music, comics, and food Who can help stimulate communication in a relaxed, informal setting
Required skills and experience	Preferably of a similar age Patient, understanding, and genuinely interested in building a connection Able to encourage and support creative expression UK driving licence (not essential but beneficial)

  Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you. * Sponsorship is not available for this role * * No agencies please *