Hours: 6 hours per day, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Area: Hebburn, South Tyneside
Rates of pay: Age related national minimum wage, up to £12.90 per hour
Holidays: 5.6 weeks pro rata per annum
Driver Essential
We’re looking for a kind and reliable male Personal Assistant to support a lovely 73-year-old gentleman who’s been through a tough time with his health.
He’s recovering from two brain aneurysms and a stroke, which have affected the use of his right hand and leg—he now uses a brace for stability and a wheelchair to get around. Despite these challenges, he remains a proud and quiet man who communicates mostly by pointing.
For now, the position is temporary, but it may become permanent depending on the situation.
The role involves:
- Helping him get up, showered, shaved, and dressed each day
- Supporting with meals and administering medication
- Monitoring his diabetes (checking blood sugar and giving a daily insulin injection)
- Being mindful of any choking risks during meals
- Assisting with mobility and using the toilet
- Accompanying him to the gym on Tuesdays for a short session on the static bike
- Helping him settle down for his afternoon nap
- He likes to be out and about, shopping and passing the time of day
His wife is currently doing her best to manage everything, but she could really use a helping hand. If you’re compassionate, dependable, and comfortable with personal care, this could be a truly rewarding opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life. A Driver is essential.
There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.
This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.
At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.