Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker-PUR-698-492
| Posting date: | 21 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 20 June 2026 |
| Location: | Littleport CB6 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purple DPSS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PUR-698-492 |
Summary
Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker
Job ref. Support Worker PUR-698-492
About the Direct Payment Holder We are looking for a caring and empathetic person to join our small team of dedicated support workers to support and assist a 37 year old, non-verbal, autistic male with medically controlled epilepsy, in daily routines and household tasks to enable him to live independently and access the community.
Hours and rate of pay hours 2 potential shifts available as follows – note there is a requirement to work one weekend in four.
30 waking hours per week @ £14.00 per hour+ 2 sleep in £40.00 per night.
Or
15 waking hours per week @ £14.00 per hour + 1 sleep in £ 40.00 per night.
Location Littleport – CB6
DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing… Supporting with all daily living tasks, personal care, meal preparation & household tasks as well as supporting with community activities J enjoys.
You will need to supply your own food and bedding for sleeping.
Required skills and experience The person we are looking for should be warm, kind and emotionally supportive individual who is skilled at reassuring people and helping them feel safe and understood.
Key skills…
Punctual, reliable and trustworthy.
Fluent English (spoken) - essential
UK driving licence (manual car) - essential
J benefits from a smoke free environment, smoking is not permitted at any time while on shift.
Confidence in the kitchen with the ability to prepare meals using fresh ingredients. - essential
Ability to swim - essential.
Ability to work independently and amuse oneself without conversation
Ability to identify and pursue activities independently when not engaged in structured tasks.
Someone who is committed to providing high quality care and companionship.
If you think you have the right values to join our small and friendly team, we look forward to hearing from you.
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *
Job ref. Support Worker PUR-698-492
About the Direct Payment Holder We are looking for a caring and empathetic person to join our small team of dedicated support workers to support and assist a 37 year old, non-verbal, autistic male with medically controlled epilepsy, in daily routines and household tasks to enable him to live independently and access the community.
Hours and rate of pay hours 2 potential shifts available as follows – note there is a requirement to work one weekend in four.
30 waking hours per week @ £14.00 per hour+ 2 sleep in £40.00 per night.
Or
15 waking hours per week @ £14.00 per hour + 1 sleep in £ 40.00 per night.
Location Littleport – CB6
DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
What you would be doing… Supporting with all daily living tasks, personal care, meal preparation & household tasks as well as supporting with community activities J enjoys.
You will need to supply your own food and bedding for sleeping.
Required skills and experience The person we are looking for should be warm, kind and emotionally supportive individual who is skilled at reassuring people and helping them feel safe and understood.
Key skills…
Punctual, reliable and trustworthy.
Fluent English (spoken) - essential
UK driving licence (manual car) - essential
J benefits from a smoke free environment, smoking is not permitted at any time while on shift.
Confidence in the kitchen with the ability to prepare meals using fresh ingredients. - essential
Ability to swim - essential.
Ability to work independently and amuse oneself without conversation
Ability to identify and pursue activities independently when not engaged in structured tasks.
Someone who is committed to providing high quality care and companionship.
If you think you have the right values to join our small and friendly team, we look forward to hearing from you.
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *
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