Personal Assistant

## Seeking a “Golden Days Companion” (Personal Assistant)

Location: Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester

Hours: Approx. 6 hours per week (Flexible / evenings or weekends)

Compensation: £11.44 – £12.50/hr

## About Me:

I’m Ty. I’m 16 years old, and people say I have a wise “old man” soul with a great sense of humour! I use an AAC device to speak, and I am currently living my Golden Days—exploring my gender identity, loving all things “girly,” and looking for a true partner-in-crime.

## The Vibe:

I don’t want a clinical “carer.” I want a Golden Days Companion. Someone to be my confidante, my hair stylist, and my walking buddy. We want a relationship that is relaxed, fun, and built on real trust. I am specifically looking for a 90s–2010s kid who shares my love for that era's music, comedy, and culture!

## What Our Time Together Looks Like:

Shopping & Fun: Heading out to the shops, gossiping, and trying out new things together.

Building My Independence: Supporting me to learn new skills and helping me continue preparing for adulthood as I grow.

Country Walks: Getting out for fresh air, nature, and accessible adventures.

Sofa Nights: Chilling with Family Guy, music, and my absolute love for Persian cats.

The "Zone-Out": Sometimes the world gets a bit loud. When I get overwhelmed, my headphones go on. I need someone who is happy to just "be" with me in the quiet with our headphones on while I recharge.

Pampering: Brushing and styling my long hair (it’s my absolute favourite way to relax!).

## The Practical Stuff & Training:

* Get to know my brain first: No initial clinical experience or medical training is required! The absolute priority is that we click and understand how each other's brains work first.

* Future Training: Comprehensive manual handling and physical lifting training (for my wheelchair and transfers) will be fully provided at a later date, once a strong, trusted relationship is established.

* Out and About: Helping me navigate accessible routes when we go out on our shopping trips and nature walks.

The Interview Process: A Practical Skills Assessment

Forget stiff, traditional question-and-answer sessions. To ensure we find a companion with the right professional skills, our recruitment process involves interactive, real-world scenarios:

• Stage 1: Communication & Chemistry Check
• An initial meeting with me, my support network, and Teddy the Dog. We will use interactive "This or That" scenarios to evaluate your problem-solving speed and ensure our communication styles align.
• Stage 2: The Community Access Practical
• Attention to Detail: Handling a specific task under time pressure (like an accurate refreshment order).
• Sensory & Practical Support: A brief exercise to identify clothing items that meet my specific style and sensory requirements.
• Environment Adaptation: Demonstrating the ability to transition smoothly from active community navigation to a calm, quiet, and relaxing home environment.
• Stage 3: Final Discussion
• A final meeting to discuss the "Golden Days" contract details and scheduling.

## How to Apply:

Please send a message or email a bit about yourself to ***email_hidden*** with the subject “Golden Days Application”.