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Carer /Support Worker – Hitchin (SG5) – PUR-222-532

Support Assistant, support buddy, Support Worker

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Posted 2 weeks ago

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-222-532
About the Direct Payment Holder	A 41-year-old woman living independently in Hitchin is seeking a reliable, patient and well-organised Carer to provide structured daily support following an Acquired Brain Injury and partial sight loss. She experienced a burst brain aneurysm and subsequent strokes in 2021 and 2022. Although her physical recovery has been strong, she continues to experience challenges with short-term memory, executive functioning and visual impairment. She works two mornings a week in a local law firm in reception and archiving roles and lives close to her family, who provide additional support.
Hours and rate of pay	2 hours per day
Location	Hitchin (SG5)
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
What you would be doing…	The PA will support her every weekday, with short visits in the morning and late afternoon/evening, totalling approximately 2 hours per day. The role is based at her home in central Hitchin and out in the town as needed. No driving is required, as all local amenities are within walking distance or accessible by public transport. Support will also include assistance with taking prescribed medication as required.
Required skills and experience	Female PA This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b) Experience supporting individuals with Acquired Brain Injury or similar cognitive support needs (preferred) Patient, kind, organised and consistent Able to prompt, motivate and remind without being overbearing Comfortable supporting someone with partial sight and memory/executive function challenges Someone who can balance compassion with firmness when encouraging task-completion

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 *

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker Job ref. PUR-222-532 About the Direct Payment Holder A 41-year-old woman living independently in Hitchin is seeking a reliable, patient and well-organised Carer …

Job Title	Support Worker – Cambridge (CB2) – PUR-296-220
About the service user	T is an 18 year old young man currently studying equine management who hopes to continue his studies for his dream job as a vet. T has high functioning Autism and sensory issues, his family describe him as quirky, happy, calm and polite. Horses are his passion he also enjoys art.
Hours and rate of Pay	3 hours a week to be used flexibly weekends & holidays. £15.60 per hour. Enhanced DBS clearance is essential.
What you would be doing…	You will be someone to bridge the gap between family & friend. Supporting T to navigate the community locally and to increase confidence when using public transport and therefore gaining key independence skills.
The person I would like…	Experience of supporting others is not essential for this role however, it is essential that you are open minded and sensitive to T’s sensory difficulties which include certain smells, germs, sunlight some metals and some spoken words. Someone who has a calm, quiet nature but who is an excellent communicator. Someone who has a genuine interest in supporting others to live their best lives. If you have similar interests to T that would be amazing! “Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our customers. Should your application be successful, and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by Purple”

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	Support Worker – PUR-029-209
About the Direct Payment Holder	We are seeking a reliable and patient Support Worker with experience supporting individuals with autism to assist a 26‑year‑old man to develop independence, confidence, and daily living skills. The individual has ASD, experiences significant anxiety, and is exploring a possible ADHD diagnosis. He requires structured support, encouragement, and practical assistance to engage in daily activities, access the community, and build routine.
Hours and rate of pay hours	8 hours per week @ £16.60 per hour.
Location	Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing…	Support to access the community at his own pace Assisting him to access and gain educational qualifications and filling gaps in his learning Assisting with future vocational goals, including exploring work experience opportunities and one-off volunteering projects, when he is able to do so. Assistance with attending appointments and engaging in hobbies Encouragement to build structure, plan weekly activities, and develop independence Support with daily living tasks including shopping, cooking, cleaning, and laundry Guidance with budgeting, financial awareness, and appropriate dressing Flexible emotional support, recognising that anxiety may limit activities on some days
Required skills and experience	Experience working with autistic individuals Car owner/driver with business insurance essential (mileage will be paid) Calm, patient, and supportive approach Ability to adapt to fluctuating needs and provide consistent encouragement Commitment to promoting independence and personal choice

Carer /Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-695-387
About the Direct Payment Holder	A family in Harpenden is seeking a caring, trustworthy and experienced Female Carer to support their 8-year-old son with additional needs. He has global developmental delay, is non-verbal, incontinent, has epilepsy and is PEG fed. His seizures are well managed with medication and he has had only one seizure in the last four years. He is mobile and generally a happy child who enjoys going for walks, being out in the community and watching cars go by. The role involves providing consistent, compassionate 1:1 support to meet his personal care and daily support needs in a safe and nurturing way.
Hours and rate of pay	Term time: 6 hours per week School holidays: 6 hours per week Rate of pay: £20 per hour
Location	Hertfordshire (AL5)
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 1:1 support to an 8-year-old child with complex needs Supporting with all personal care, including: PEG feeding Changing pads Bathing Dressing and undressing Taking him out into the community for walks, which he greatly enjoys Reading to him and engaging in gentle play and interaction Supporting his safety, comfort and wellbeing at all times
Required skills and experience	Female PA required Experience working with children or adults with additional/special needs Understanding of epilepsy and confidence in supporting someone with medical needs Must be able to drive Patient, empathetic, caring and reliable Able to understand and respond to the complex needs of an individual with additional needs PEG feeding experience is not required and training will be provided . This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-065-396
About the Direct Payment Holder	To provide social support for a 28-year-old women with Learning Disabilities by accompanying her to social and leisure activities. The role aims to develop her confidence and social skills in a fun and supportive way. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys social activities and wants to make a positive impact on someone’s life by helping them gain confidence and independence.
Hours and rate of pay hours	£12.21 per hour 10 hours per week – Flexible – days, evenings and weekends (to be discussed at interview)
Location	West Bromwich (B71)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing…	Key responsibilities include: · Accompany her on outings such as: · Theatre, cinema and live music events · Restaurants and cafes · Shopping trips · Gym and other fitness activities · Encourage and support social interactions in various settings · Provide gentle guidance and reassurance to help build independence · Ensure her safety and well-being during outings · Be a friendly and supportive companion
Required skills and experience	· Friendly, patient and understanding personality · Experience or interest in working with individuals with learning disabilities (preferred but not essential) · Reliable and able to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends) · Good communication skills · Ability to encourage and support social development · A driver with access to a car – Essential

Female Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-877-955
About me	I live in the community in my own home, with little to no access to the outside due to my health. I hope to change this with the right support in place as I enjoy the outdoors. I like to have a routine in place, my home to be organised, and I need consistency from the people around me. I enjoy watching true crime documentaries, and I used to work in the hair and beauty industry before I became too unwell.
Hours and rate of pay	£15per hour – double rate on bank holidays 3 x posts available. PA 1 – 21 hours per week Mon – Wednesday PA 2 – 14 hours per week Thurs – Friday PA 3 – 14 hours per week Sat- Sunday 7-hour shifts starting at 1 pm till 08:30pm (30 min unpaid lunch break)
Location	Thorne, Doncaster (DN8)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing…	You will be supporting me with daily living including personal care, light household chores, cooking, shopping and accessing the community and support with socialising.
The person I would like…	I am looking for a female PA who is organised, kind and compassionate. A PA who knows how to run a household alongside me as I am unable to do this for myself. Someone who is confident, and who enjoys spending time with the people they support Someone who is able to physically carry out job tasks, someone who is able to work along side another PA. Someone in the local Doncaster area, (in case of emergencies) and ideally an individual who is 60+ purely for the life experience aspect. A knowledge of CRPS would be great, but not essential You must have previous experience with adults who have a physical health disability. Car owner/driver – essential As some personal care is involved, I would feel more comfortable with a female carer. This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).


Job Title	Self Employed Support Worker- PUR-844-116
About the service user	I am a 47 year old mother of 3 who lives with a Functional Neurological Disorder which affects me in a number of ways, chronic pain, tremors, drop attacks & sensitivity to light, the condition is exacerbated by heat. My children and I share our home with a large dog (Cane Corso) Prior to my diagnosis I enjoyed running marathons & reading.
Hours and rate of Pay	Cambridge CMB22 4hrs per week – day to be discussed Maximum rate £19.20 per hour Enhanced DBS clearance is essential & evidence of self employed registration & Public Liability Insurance is also required.
What you would be doing…	Supporting me to maintain the home environment, every day chores such as hoovering, laundry, loading/unloading dishwasher, cleaning surfaces/bathroom. Supporting me with batch cooking from scratch, nutritious meals for freezing.
The person I would like…	I am looking for someone with empathy & understanding, someone who can work on their own initiative by seeing what needs doing and getting it done, this is important as there are some days when my condition doesn’t allow me to get out of bed. You will need to be used to cooking meals from scratch. Someone who is reliable, friendly & conscientious who will respect my & my family privacy. You will need to be comfortable around children and animals. Access to own vehicle is needed as public transport is not regular. “Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our customers. Should your application be successful, and you are offered the position, you will engage directly with the customer and not Purple”

Carer – Royston (SG8)
Job ref.	PUR-324-581- Female Personal Assistant (SEX DISCRIMINATION ACT SECTION 7 (2) (B) (ii) APPLIES)
About me	I am a female with MS in a wheel chair requiring a carer to support me with Personal Care, General Domestic tasks and Social Inclusion. It is desirable for a female Personal Assistants to drive my mobility car.
Hours and rate of Pay	Hours – Various hours available (zero hour contract) Timings: 9.30am to 12.00 noon occasional lunchtime and evening support required to be arranged Days – 2 mornings per week Rate of Pay – starting from £16.20 per hour
What you would be doing…	Support with personal care in a dignified manner. Support with cleaning catheter area Support with every day chores, maintaining the domestic environment to the required standard. Support to access the community. Establish a close working relationship on a one-to-one basis. To undertake any training as appropriate for the role.
The person I would like…	You should have a genuine interest in the provision of high-quality care, be able to work flexible hours and be a good communicator and possess the motivation to develop trust and understanding within the role. Be hardworking, reliable, committed, honest, and trustworthy with cheerful sense of humour. To respect privacy and have an understanding of confidentiality in all areas of your work. Car driver with a full, clean license is desirable.

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-697-895
About the Direct Payment Holder	The client is a 22-year-old young adult who lives alone with a small dog. She has autism (ASD), OCD, PTSD, and selective mutism. These conditions affect her motivation, energy levels, and ability to manage everyday tasks, particularly paperwork, nutrition, maintaining her home environment, routines, and social interaction.
Hours and rate of pay	Hours: 6 hours per week Days: Mondays and Thursdays Hours per day: 3 hours  Flexibility: Support times should be flexible and responsive to energy levels and anxiety on the day
Location	AL1 (Hertfordshire)
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 Children • Introduction to first aid / Paediatric first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	Paperwork and administration · Supporting with managing paperwork, letters, and forms · Helping to understand and respond to correspondence · Supporting contact with utility providers and other services, either alongside the client or on her behalf Appointments and accessing the community · Accompanying the client to appointments and shopping · Supporting communication during appointments, including advocating when she is unable to speak · Helping her prepare for appointments in advance to reduce anxiety Daily living support · Gentle prompting and support with daily routines when she feels overwhelmed or low · Helping to organise tasks and break them down into manageable steps Emotional support · Providing calm, patient, and non-judgemental support · Allowing time and space when the client is overwhelmed, without pressure to communicate verbally
Required skills and experience	Experience or a good understanding of supporting people with autism, anxiety, depression, and selective mutism Experience supporting individuals who find verbal communication difficult Calm, patient, and empathetic approach, with the ability to build trust over time Comfortable using alternative methods of communication (e.g. written communication, prompts, or supported advocacy) Able to work flexibly and adapt to fluctuating mental health and energy levels Female PA required Preferably a driver with access to their own car This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b). A willingness to learn, follow guidance, and adapt to the client’s individual needs is more important than formal qualifications. This role would suit someone who is compassionate, reliable, and able to provide steady, low-pressure support in a trauma-informed way.

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-988-925
About the Direct Payment Holder	The client is a 71-year-old male living at home who has significant mobility difficulties. He is currently awaiting both knee and hip replacement surgery and is unable to walk more than 10 metres. He uses a walking stick and is not a wheelchair user. He also has COPD, which can affect his breathing and stamina. The purpose of this support is to provide short periods of assistance at home, allowing his main household support to complete essential shopping such as food and hygiene items without having to rush, ensuring these tasks can be done properly and without added pressure.
Hours and rate of pay	Hours: 2 hours per week Days: One day per week, preferably Fridays
Location	Bishop’s Stortford CM23
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
What you would be doing…	The Carer will provide light personal support within the home. Tasks will include: Assisting with reaching items up high or down low Helping with putting shoes on Supporting with simple household tasks such as reaching cupboards to retrieve items (e.g. glasses) There is no requirement to take the client out into the community, and no hoisting or heavy personal care tasks are involved.
Required skills and experience	· Experience supporting individuals with mobility issues · Awareness of and sensitivity to breathing difficulties such as COPD · Physically able to provide light assistance safely · Calm, patient, and respectful approach · Male PA required This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b). · Ability to speak Portuguese is essential This role would suit someone who is reliable, considerate, and able to offer practical, low-level support to help maintain comfort and independence at home. Top of Form Bottom of Form

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-076-512
About the Direct Payment Holder	The client is an 8-year-old boy who is neurodiverse and has been diagnosed with autism. He has sensory needs and requires support with social communication and interaction. He is shy and reserved and benefits from calm, one-to-one support. He enjoys active, fun, and engaging activities and needs encouragement to build confidence and develop social skills within the community.
Hours and rate of pay	Hours: 2 hours per week Days: 1 day per week, preferably Saturdays Rate of Pay: £18.92 per hour
Location	St Albans (AL1)
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 Children • Introduction to first aid / Paediatric first aid • Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…	The Carer will support Josiah by taking him out into the community to engage in fun, interactive, and confidence-building activities. These may include swimming, rock climbing, trampolining, and other age-appropriate social activities. The focus of the role is to help Josiah develop social skills, independence, and positive experiences in community settings. There are no personal care tasks involved in this role.
Required skills and experience	Experience working with young children in any capacity Experience or knowledge of working with children with additional needs (including autism) A valid First Aid qualification Patient, friendly, and understanding approach Active and enthusiastic, with an interest in fun and engaging activities Male PA preferred This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b). Preferably able to drive and have access to a car insured for business use

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-065-529
About me	I am a 26yr old male with Cerebral Palsy and Autism (lower end of the spectrum). I use a wheelchair but can transfer in and out of cars with a little bit of assistance. I am very sociable, love music and enjoy going to bars and restaurants and visiting new places. I am seeking a PA to support me to get out and about and socialise.
Hours and rate of pay	£12.21 per hour 19 hours per week The hours will be over 3 days on Tuesday, Thursday daytime and either Friday or Saturday evening (to be discussed in more detail). Additional night cover hours may be available and can be discussed at interview
Location	Armthorpe (DN3)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing…	You will be supporting me to get out and about to socialise. You will be required to push me in my manual wheelchair on the times it’s not suitable to take my electric one.
The person I would like…	Seeking a PA who is punctual and reliable who owns their own car and has a driving licence. You should be outgoing and willing to engage me in conversation as I like to ask a lot of questions. I would prefer a PA of a similar age who should be physically able to help me in and out of my wheelchair and car.

Female Personal Assistant / Support Worker
Job ref.	PUR-419-536
About me	I am a 61-year-old lady seeking two female PAs to support me in my own home and accessing the community. Cover for sickness and holidays
Hours and rate of pay	In line with minimum wage per hour (depending on day) extra on a bank holiday, this would be discussed. Thursday, Friday and weekends – Minimum of 5 hours per day (job share and alternate shift working available) Some evenings will be required
Location	West Bromwich (B70)
DBS/Checks	Confirmation of DBS check Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing…	You will be supporting me with personal care, dressing and undressing, light household chores to include, laundry, cooking, shopping for and accessing the community, attending social events and able to chaperone to church services and medical appointments.
The person I would like…	Seeking female PAs who are flexible, honest and trustworthy with good time keeping. You will need to be understanding of the need for confidentiality as I am a very private person. Previous experience in a similar role would be preferred. Car owner/ driver with business insurance essential (petrol costs paid). You should be comfortable around cats. Due to difficulty with hearing you will need to be able to speak clearly.