Area: Gateshead

24 hours per week

Whickham, Gateshead

£11.10 per hour

 

Rebecca is an amazing 26-year-old lady with a wicked sense of humour. Rebecca enjoys an active social life and loves to attend the cinema and theatre often accompanied by enjoying a meal before or after a show. Rebecca enjoys listening to a wide range of music types but especially likes Ollie Murs, Ed Sheeran and Adele however she is partial to a bit of Elvis on occasion.

Rebecca is nonverbal and uses her iPad and phone to communicate via notes and texts. Rebecca is currently trialing some new electronic devices that allow her to communicate more effectively, and it seems to be going well for her.

Rebecca has Cerebral Palsy and uses an electric wheelchair. She has an adapted car to accommodate her wheelchair. An experienced car driver is essential to Rebecca.

Rebecca has a lot of support from her parents and family however she feels like she would like to start doing more activities on her own with the support of a Personal Assistant.

Rebecca would like a Personal Assistant that has a great sense of humour and is a car driver, so they can go off and explore new activities and enjoy her usual choice of activities.

Rebecca is hoping to find someone who could accompany her to a family holiday home for overnight stays and weekend trips.

If you are lucky enough to be Rebecca’s Personal Assistant, I can guarantee you will have some great times with her!

Car driver with clean driving licence essential

For further information click here JOB DESCRIPTION

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

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

 

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: £10.42 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.

 

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

Rates of Pay:  £10.60 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: 20th December 2023

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

 

Hours: 16 hours per week

Rate of Pay: £11.67 per hour

Area: Gateshead

 

We are looking for an enthusiastic person with patience and a great sense of humour to help a 24-year-old man enjoy life. He enjoys his iPad, technology, swimming, cooking and being outdoors.

Nicholas is a happy friendly young man with Cerebral Palsy, he is visually impaired and has a learning disability. He is a full-time wheelchair user and lives with his family in Rowlands Gill, Gateshead.

Nicholas needs help with all aspects of life. Previous experience is essential, and preference will be given to applicants with experience of supporting young adults with complex needs.

A minimum NVQ level 3 is essential. You will be required to provide personal care and medical care (training will be provided) familiarity with lifting and handling, using ceiling track hoists and experience with controlling a powerchair is essential.

Currently hours are available on weekends as well as Mondays and Tuesdays, contracted hours are negotiable. Additional hours may be offered for evenings and at times when cover is needed for other team members. You may be required on occasions to partake in overnight breaks away from home to support Nick on respite and holiday breaks.

You will be joining a well-established very supportive friendly team providing 2-1 support.

 

Skills and Attributes:

• Be friendly, very patient and have a good sense of humour
• Be responsible, reliable and well organised
• Be enthusiastic and have a willingness to try new things
• Previous training/experience in safe moving and handling is required
• Have a full, clean UK driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years. (Driving a large wheelchair accessible van will be part of your role)
• Be physically able to support a disabled man
• All applicants must be fluent English speakers
• All applicants must be able to maintain confidentiality

 

To apply please email your CV and a covering letter.

Appointments will be subject to references and a DBS clearance.

 

Closing date: 20th December 2023

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