Personal Assistant (LE7, Leicestershire)

PLEASE NOTE: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL IS NOT THE EMPLOYER FOR THIS JOB. YOU WILL EITHER BE SELF-EMPLOYED OR DIRECTLY EMPLOYED BY THE INDIVIDUAL THAT YOU WILL BE SUPPORTING.

Job Reference: DP720929

Location: Loughborough

Rate: £17.50 per hour for self-employed, £13.71 per hour for directly employed

Hours: 6 hours per week - to be used flexibly around college, hours to be discussed at interview

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 22nd October 2026

A young individual with autism and ADHD requires support with social engagement. 

Role Requirements

You will be required to support the client with: 

• accessing the community


• building confidence


• exploring the wider community


• exploring public transport


• expanding experiences and opportunities


• travel training to places of interest, like college, and Leicester city centre

The client enjoys going out and about in the community, and going online and playing games. 

You must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle. Mileage will be paid by the client.

Benefits include: 

• 5.6 weeks paid annual leave (pro rata) 


• Pension, tax and NI contributions

This opportunity is suited for someone who is responsible, reliable, patient, and respectful of others’ privacy, dignity, values, and beliefs. Genuine applicants only please. 

The role is subject to interview, references and an enhanced DBS check.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:

Darshna Pancholi

Telephone: 0116 305 3147

Email: [email protected]

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please forward an up to date CV by email or complete the application form and return it to the email address above. Please remember to quote reference number DP720929 as part of your application. 

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This advert has been placed by Leicestershire County Council on behalf of a direct payments recipient. Leicestershire County Council is not the employer. You will either be self-employed or directly employed by the individual that you will be supporting.