Area: Gateshead

Female Personal Assistant – LMGHD

Hours: Night shifts

Rate: £11.44 per hour. Time and a half bank holidays. Sleepover set rate £60 (midnight- 8am)

Area: Hamsterley Mill, near Rowlands Gill

 

One to one female personal assistant required for a lady with an Acquired Head Injury, in her own home in Hamsterly Mill (near Rowlands Gill). She is 45 years old, loves watching movies, doing craft and spending time with her family and her dogs.

Brain injury experience is preferred, but not essential however experience in care is required.

Car drivers are essential.

Staff will be employed by the client. Not self-employed. Multiple staff required to cover all available hours.

Currently five night shifts available. The night shifts start at 5.45pm till 10am the following morning. However, there is a period of sleep from midnight to 8am, whilst the client sleeps. Staff need to be on hand to assist the client through the night when needed.

Salary £11.44 per hour. Time and a half for bank holidays. Sleepover rate (midnight- 8am) is a set rate of £60.

The main role of the position is to provide assistance, support and encouragement to the client, with the aim of promoting as much independence as possible.

 

Brief job description

Assist client with the smooth running of her home

Provide domestic assistance

Provide meals for the client

Assist in personal care

Assist the client with shopping

Accompany client to appointments, social events and holidays

Help to care for the client’s pets (dogs)

 

Full job description will be given at interview. On the job training will be given specific to the client.

 

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.

 

Closing date: 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.

 

 

Female Personal Assistant – EBGHD

Hours: 20 hours per week

Shift pattern – 11am – 4pm 4 days per week

Rate of Pay: £11.44 per hour

Area: Gateshead NE9

 

Female aged 36 requires support in and outside of her home. They love singing, drama and attending the theatre and are sociable and outgoing.

 

Brief details of the job:

To provide support to go out into the community/attend local events & social events.

Assist with medication as directed by employer.

Assist with housework.

To prompt with personal care.

 

Applicants need to be outgoing, sociable and have a sense of humour and make a positive impact in their life.

It is essential that the applicant should have previous experience in working with or supporting a person who has mental health difficulties.

Must be friendly and empathetic and have good communication skills.

Car driver 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.

A full DBS will be required, this will be funded by the employer.

 

Covering letter and CV to directpayments@disabilitynorth.org.uk or complete the online application form.

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.

 

 

Female Personal Assistant – DTGHD

Reporting to: Direct Payment Employer

Location: Blaydon, Gateshead

Hours of work:

Up to 3 nights per week 10:00pm – 7:00am there is some flexibility on the nights worked but need to be between Monday and Friday

You are encouraged to apply even if you can only do one shift.

Rate of pay: £11.44 per hour

 

Job purpose:

To assist me in all aspects of my daily living, to provide a high standard of care and support, working as part of a team of PAs.

 

About me:

I have a really big personality and love to have a good chat and laugh. I have a close family, I live with my husband, three children, and two dalmatians.

I enjoy watching TV/DVD’s and listening to music. I have a creative nature and enjoy arts and crafts. I enjoy creating and making cards for all occasions. In the kitchen I very much like to be involved with the family meals, and the preparation of them.

In August 2016 I had a stroke and the road to recovery has been a slow process. Your role will be essential to my independence within my home.

Due to the nature of this role we are looking for female candidates only.

Please read my job description Job Description for further details.

This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4

 

Closing date: Cover is needed ASAP so will close once a suitable applicant has been found.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

 

Personal Assistant/Healthcare Worker (BANK) – STGH

Hours:  As and when required to cover shifts within a 24/7 period.

Rates of Pay:  £11.44 per hour. Double time on bank holidays.

Location:  Gateshead

 

We are looking for some experienced Healthcare Workers to join our bank of Healthcare Workers to provide holiday and sickness cover.

We have a staff team who are providing 24/7 care through a Personal Health Budget within my home.

You will work in a lovely family environment providing person centred care at all times.

 

About Me

My name is Stephen, I am in my early 50’s I live with my father in our family home.

People say that I have a cheeky personality and a good sense of humour.  I am easy to get on with and although I cannot communicate with words you will get a lot of feedback from me if you sit and chat to me, give eye contact and communicate.

I have Huntington’s Disease and therefore I am reliant on support for all aspects of daily living and personal care.  The condition will change over time and therefore the tasks will change, and further training or updated training will be needed.

For further details please see the Job Description

 

Closing date: This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate (s) must have permission to work in the U.K.