Hours: 3-12 hours a month over 1-3 Saturdays a month for my programming volunteering. Other hours will be flexible as and when needed. Up to a maximum of 100 hours per month shared across the team
Rate: £13.02 per hour
Location: Birtley, Gateshead (10 mins drive from the Angel of the North)
About Me:
I’m Danny a 21-year-old young lad with cerebral palsy, affecting all four limbs. My trusty powered wheelchair is my mobility companion.
What I am Looking For:
I am assembling a fantastic team of PAs /carers to support me on a flexible part-time basis. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact, read on!
Your Role:
As part of my team, you will assist me with one or more of the following:
- Volunteering with Coder Dojo: Join me on Saturday mornings or afternoons as we support young people to explore the exciting world of coding and digital making!
- Music Festivals and Live Events: Be my companion at music festivals and live events throughout the year.
- Activity Breaks at Calvert Trust Keswick: Dive into adventure! We will head to Calvert Trust Keswick for activity breaks, enjoying activities like rock climbing, canoeing, archery, and hydrotherapy. Typically, one to two times a year where my personal budget allows.
- Hydrotherapy Sessions: Participate in hydrotherapy sessions to help improve physical well-being and relaxation through water-based exercises. As and when I have the ability to book.
- Day to day personal care
Ideal Candidates:
My dream team members would hold or can obtain A satisfactory DBS enhanced check and would have at least one of the following interests or qualities:
- Have an interest in computer programming, gaming, or digital making.
- Love the vibe of music festivals and other live events.
- Be ready and able to participate in, support with and enjoy activities offered at Calvert Trust in Keswick
- Ability to support with moving and handling and personal care.
- Ability to support with swimming/hydrotherapy.
While I welcome all applicants, candidates will be selected based on their skills, personality and suitability for the role
I also plan to use slack to manage my team so experience using this app: would be advantageous
Training and Support: Do not worry if you are new to this! I will provide informal training and guidance as needed. Care experience is desirable but not essential.
For more details about myself you can visit my digital portfolio at https://sites.google.com/view/dkw2003/home
Ready to Make a Difference? If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to be part of my incredible team, please consider applying.
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.