{"id":16003,"date":"2026-07-29T14:43:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T14:43:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearepurple.org.uk\/purplematch2\/?post_type=jobpost&#038;p=16003"},"modified":"2026-07-29T14:43:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T14:43:09","slug":"carer-support-worker-pur-207-284","status":"publish","type":"jobpost","link":"https:\/\/wearepurple.org.uk\/purplematch2\/jobs\/carer-support-worker-pur-207-284\/","title":{"rendered":"Carer \/Support Worker-PUR-207-284"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Job ref.<br \/>\nPUR-207-284<br \/>\nAbout me<br \/>\nAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate, open-minded and<br \/>\nreliable Personal Assistant to support a 27-year-old transgender non-binary<br \/>\nindividual with AuDHD (Autism and ADHD) to maintain their independence<br \/>\nthrough the Direct Payments scheme.<br \/>\nThis role is ideal for someone who enjoys building positive, trusting relationships<br \/>\nand supporting an individual to live independently while encouraging confidence,<br \/>\nroutine and wellbeing.<br \/>\nThe individual has a wide range of interests, including video games, cosplay,<br \/>\ncollecting merchandise, attending comic conventions and spending time with<br \/>\nclose friends. They are looking for a Personal Assistant who is supportive,<br \/>\nunderstanding and happy to engage with their interests while helping them<br \/>\nachieve their day-to-day goals.<br \/>\nHours and rate of<br \/>\npay<br \/>\n10 hours per week (until further notice), Flexible, including weekends (to be<br \/>\ndiscussed)<br \/>\nLocation<br \/>\n( WD23)<br \/>\nDBS\/Checks<br \/>\nConfirmation of DBS check required<br \/>\nRight to Work documentation and references will be needed<br \/>\nTraining<br \/>\nTraining will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required:<br \/>\n\u2022 Safeguarding<br \/>\n\u2022 Introduction to first aid<br \/>\nWhat you would<br \/>\nbe doing\u2026<br \/>\n\u2022 Health and Safety<br \/>\nProviding prompts and encouragement with daily routines and sequencing tasks.<br \/>\nSupporting with organising and attending appointments.<br \/>\nProviding medication prompts and support with daily organisation.<br \/>\nAssisting with meal preparation, cooking and light household cleaning.<br \/>\nSupporting with organising, decluttering and maintaining an organised living<br \/>\nenvironment.<br \/>\nAssisting with selling unwanted items online.<br \/>\nSupporting travel using public transport, including coaches and trains.<br \/>\nAccompanying the individual to community activities, appointments and social<br \/>\noutings.<br \/>\nEncouraging independence while providing practical support when required.<br \/>\nHelping to establish and maintain routines that promote wellbeing and<br \/>\nindependence.<br \/>\nThe person I<br \/>\nwould like\u2026<br \/>\nBe calm under pressure and level-headed.<br \/>\nHave a warm, compassionate and empathetic nature.<br \/>\nBe honest, sincere and trustworthy.<\/p>\n<p>Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role.<br \/>\nThank you.<br \/>\n* Sponsorship is not available for this role *<br \/>\n* No agencies please *<br \/>\nBe open-minded and respectful of diversity and inclusion.<br \/>\nHave a good sense of humour and enjoy building positive working relationships.<br \/>\nBe willing to learn about autism, ADHD, transgender identities and disability<br \/>\nrights.<br \/>\nBe patient and understanding while supporting the individual&#8217;s independence.<br \/>\nBe reliable, organised and flexible.<br \/>\nPrevious experience in a support or care role would be beneficial but is not<br \/>\nessential. Applicants with relevant skills and a willingness to learn are<br \/>\nencouraged to apply.<br \/>\nEssential Requirements<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Full UK driving licence.<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Access to a reliable vehicle.<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Appropriate business insurance.<br \/>\n\uf0b7 First Aid training.<br \/>\n\uf0b7 De-escalation training or experience.<br \/>\n\uf0b7 Willingness to support community access and travel.<br \/>\nAdditional Information<br \/>\nTwo Personal Assistants are required, with one acting as a backup to provide<br \/>\ncover during periods of annual leave, illness or scheduling conflicts.<br \/>\nNo hoist use is required.<br \/>\nFemale applicants are preferred, although applications are also welcomed<br \/>\nfrom LGBTQ+ individuals, including transgender, non-binary and agender<br \/>\napplicants, where they can provide the understanding, lived experience or<br \/>\nsupportive environment the individual is seeking<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Job ref. PUR-207-284 About me An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate, open-minded and reliable Personal Assistant to support a 27-year-old transgender non-binary individual with AuDHD (Autism and ADHD) to maintain their independence through the Direct Payments scheme. 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