Weekend Personal assistants - LILS/ EM/ RSMS in Preston inPreston PUBLISHED FRI 24 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Weekend Personal assistants - LILS/EM/RSMS Job details Posting date: 24 October 2025 Salary: £12.21 per hour Hours: Part time Closing date: 23 November 2025 Location: Preston, Lancashire Remote working: On-site only Company: Lancashire Independent Living Service Job type: Permanent Job reference: LILS/EM/RSMS Apply for this job Summary Weekend Personal Assistants required – Fulwood, Preston area – LILS/EM/RSMS Hours: 6 hours per week per child (weekends – flexible over 1 or 2 days) Hourly Rate: £12.21 We are looking for one/two dedicated and compassionate support workers to work individually with two children who have additional needs. The roles involve supporting each child for 6 hours per week, ideally on weekends. Hours can be worked as one full day or split over two days, depending on availability and suitability. Key Responsibilities: • Engage the children in social and recreational activities such as: o Sports and football o Park visits o Trips to shops o Going out for food and drinks • Encourage independence and social interaction in community settings • Provide consistent support and manage challenging behaviours with patience and understanding Requirements: • Experience or knowledge of working with children with ADHD and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) • Ability to manage and respond to challenging behaviours in a calm and supportive manner • Reliable, responsible, and enthusiastic about supporting children to have fun and engage in their communities • A car owner/driver is desirable for ease of travel to and from activities – including proof of business cover. Additional Information: • Full support and guidance will be provided • DBS check required If you have the experience, empathy, and energy to make a difference in a child’s life, we’d love to hear from you. For further information and duties, please contact us to obtain the full job description.