Lancashire Independent Living Service
LILS/JG/ST - Personal Assistant required - Ashton, Preston area
Preston PR1 1TP
Key information
- Pay
- £13.50
- Hours
- Part-time
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted date
- 16 Jul 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Aug 2026
About this role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant to support a happy and engaging 12-year-old boy who is non-verbal and requires a high level of constant supervision and structured support to remain safe, regulated, and actively engaged in daily life.
He thrives on routine and benefits from a calm, patient, and consistent approach. He has a great sense of humour and enjoys learning through play, baking, and meaningful interaction with adults. He loves spending time outdoors, including walks in the local community, trips to the park, and activities such as swimming and trampolining.
Although non-verbal, he is an excellent communicator using Makaton sign language, gestures, and his communication device. He is very sociable and enjoys connecting with others.
Role Responsibilities
• Providing constant supervision to ensure his safety and wellbeing
• Supporting communication both at home and in the community
• Assisting in identifying and responding to his emotional and behavioural needs
• Supporting with personal care and mealtimes
• Encouraging engagement in activities and development of independence skills