Personal Care Assistant

Personal Assistant/Carer Needed for a Bright, Fun-Loving Teenager

Location

Shadoxhurst, Ashford, Kent

Pay

£13.05 per hour

Contract

Zero hours (flexible shifts weekdays & weekends)

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic, and kind-hearted female* carer to join our small team supporting a vibrant and intelligent 16-year-old girl with a great sense of humour and a love for fun and independence.

This young person has a complex physical disability (SMA Type 1-2) and uses an electric wheelchair. She needs full support with personal care, daily routines, and accessing the community. She loves music, going out, socialising, and spending time with people who bring positive energy and a respectful attitude.

About the role

Supporting all aspects of personal care

Assisting with hoisting and mobility

Supporting her daily life, including meals, school, social activities, and time in the community

Being a friendly companion who listens and includes her in decisions

Ideal candidate

Young at heart, fun, and genuinely interested in young people

Reliable, honest, and proactive

Confident with (or willing to learn) moving and handling

Flexible availability including weekends

Previous care experience is welcome but not essential the right personality is more important, and full training will be given

*This role is open to female applicants only due to personal care needs (as permitted under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010).

To apply or find out more, please get in touch

Job Type

Permanent

Language

English (required)

Licence/Certification

drivers licence (preferred)

Work authorisation

United Kingdom (required)