Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker-PUR-578-504

J is a 10-year-old child with a diagnosis of Down syndrome and Sickle cell disease. He is partially verbal and uses Makaton to communicate.

J enjoys water play, swimming, going to the park and playing role-playing cards.

He benefits from routine, patience, encouragement and positive support while taking part in activities he enjoys.

Hours and rate of

pay hours

50 hours @ £15 ph available to be used flexibly, including weekends and school holidays.

The working pattern will be agreed with family.

Location Cambridge, CB4 area

DBS/Checks Confirmation of an Enhanced DBS check.

Right to Work and references will be needed.

What you would

Provide one-to-one support for J in activities he enjoys, including water play, swimming, visits to the park and role -playing card games.

Supporting J to build his confidence, communication and independence while ensuring he remains safe and engaged in activities.

Required skills and experience

A patient, calm person with experience and good understanding of supporting young people with special needs especially Down syndrome.

A cheerful and enthusiastic individual who enjoys engaging children through play and activities.

A driving licence and access to own vehicle is essential.

* Sponsorship is not available for this role *

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker-PUR-578-504

Company: Purple DPSS Salary: £15 Hours: Full-time Location: Cambridge, CB4 2SS Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 3 Aug 2026 Closing date: 2 Sept 2026

Summary

Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker

Job ref. PUR-578-504

About the Direct

Payment Holder

J is a 10-year-old child with a diagnosis of Down syndrome and Sickle cell disease. He is partially verbal and uses Makaton to communicate.





J enjoys water play, swimming, going to the park and playing role-playing cards.

He benefits from routine, patience, encouragement and positive support while taking part in activities he enjoys.

Hours and rate of

pay hours

50 hours @ £15 ph available to be used flexibly, including weekends and school holidays.

The working pattern will be agreed with family.

Location Cambridge, CB4 area

DBS/Checks Confirmation of an Enhanced DBS check.

Right to Work and references will be needed.

What you would

be doing…

Provide one-to-one support for J in activities he enjoys, including water play, swimming, visits to the park and role -playing card games.

Supporting J to build his confidence, communication and independence while ensuring he remains secure and engaged in activities.

Required skills

and experience

A patient, calm person with experience and good understanding of supporting young people with special needs especially Down syndrome.

A cheerful and enthusiastic individual who enjoys engaging children through play and activities.

A driving licence and access to own vehicle is essential.

* Sponsorship is not available for this role *

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

Related jobs

URGENTLY NEEDED-Personal Assistant / Carer Driver- PUR-266-719

from £15.50 per hour

Purple DPSS

Essex

On-site Permanent Part time

CX906 Personal Assistant Required to Support a Nature-Loving 8-year-old Boy (HU3 Area)

Choices and Rights Disability Coalition

Remote Contract Part time

DPPA/CS/KP/ 212292 - Personal Assistant

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service

Remote Permanent Part time

Browse more jobs

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Personal Assistant (PA)/Support Worker--504 (Cambridge)
🏢 Allscreens Nationwide
📍 Cambridge