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Personal Assistant (Social Care) Maidstone
MAIDSTONE ME14 1XX
Key information
- Pay
- £15.00 per hour
- Hours
- Part-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Remote working
- Hybrid - 2 days remote
- Posted date
- 20 Aug 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Sep 2026
About this role
Role
Personal Assistant
Employer ref
20260820ND1559751
Hours
12 hours and 15 mins per week
Salary
£15 per hour
Location
Maidstone
Closing date
30 days
Description
We are looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to support a young autistic adult to live a fulfilling, active and independent life. The successful applicant will build a positive relationship with me, encourage confidence, support community access and help him develop practical life skills.
Main Responsibilities
- Support community activities including bowling, swimming, walks, shopping and leisure.
- Encourage independence and confidence.
- Support technology, gaming, table tennis and other interests
- Assist with simple meal preparation.
- Encourage healthy routines and exercise.
- Work positively with the family
- Keep brief records where required.
- Kind, patient and dependable.
- Enjoys working with young adults.
- Interest in technology, gaming or sports is desirable.
- Full UK driving licence and access to an insured vehicle.
- Enhanced DBS required
Shift Pattern
Hours are – 12 hours and 15 minutes between Monday to Sunday. Times to be agreed.
How to apply
Call 03000 413600 to ask for an application pack or alternatively you can email dprecruitment@kent.gov.uk quoting the above reference number.