Medway Council • Gillingham, Kent
About this role
Job reference
08052026MF91282
Role
Personal Assistant (permanent)
Hours
4 hours per week
Location
ME7 Gillingham
About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate and reliable female Personal Assistant (PA) to support a 51-year-old woman in building confidence, developing daily living skills, and enjoying meaningful experiences in the community.
The client lives with Autism, ADHD, and mental health challenges but is motivated to live a full, positive, and independent life. She is already engaged in voluntary work and is seeking the right PA to help strengthen her confidence, motivation, and social engagement.
She is insightful and self-aware, but past experiences have impacted her confidence, so this role requires someone patient, understanding, and encouraging.
What the Role Involves
Supporting with day-to-day activities such as shopping, cooking
Support with confidence building when interacting with others.
Supporting community outings, such as
Nature walks, by the river
Art galleries
Love of animals
Adrenaline activities
We are looking for someone who
Has a good understanding of Autism and ADHD
Communicates clearly and effectively
Maintains clear and healthy boundaries
Is able to positively challenge and encourage growth
Can mirror, connect, and be fully present
Is trustworthy, respectful, and maintains confidentiality
Has a sense of humour and an open-minded, worldly outlook
This Role
Would Suit Someone Who Is
Patient, adaptable, and emotionally aware
Confident with supporting someone with Autism, ADHD and mental health needs
Looking for a meaningful role making a genuine difference to someone’s life
This role is subject to
An Enhanced DBS check (cost covered by the employer if employed)
Satisfactory references
Benefits for Employed PAs
We offer membership to the Blue Light Card for our employed Personal Assistants, giving you exclusive discounts across a wide range of retailers and services.
This employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010.
Shift Pattern
Times to be agreed with employer, but negotiable
My client has her own car, however if you drive you will need business insurance.
For more information and to apply please contact sdsadmin@medway.gov.uk or call 01634331351.