Area: Newcastle

Male Social Personal Assistant – ZISNCL

Hours: 6 hours per week (weekends included)

Area: Fenham,  Newcastle Upon Tyne

Rate: ÂŁ13.50 per hour

Driver with own wheelchair adapted vehicle essential

 

We are currently recruiting for an experienced personal assistant to assist a lovely, happy, bubbly, chatty 12-year-old young boy who has Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Lung Disease, and is a wheelchair user. He attends mainstream school with 1-2-1 support.

Zain lives with his mum and dad in the Fenham area and is keen to have his own support to access the community and go on lots of ventures. He has a specialist diet and will require support with feeding. Zain communicates well however some of his pronunciation can be unclear and you will need to learn how to communicate and listen to understand him on occasions.

Faith and cultural values are important to the family who follow a Muslim faith, and Zain has had the great experience of visiting Mecca, which he enjoyed. He is quite the traveller and loves planning vacations.

Zain has a great sense of humour and is emotional intelligent so he will pick up on your mood and ask you about your feelings.

Zain is looking for a PA with experience in working with children with disabilities and complex needs who can accompany him to his chosen venues or activities including local parks, swimming pools, and theme parks. You may be required to do this on a one-to-one basis or be in the company of the family if a family event is organised or religious festivities are on. He enjoys attending football matches and days to the cinema too.

Personal care will be required in this role regarding toileting needs where Zain will require assistance to access toilet facilities.

A good level of fitness is required to transport and operate wheelchair use safely.

A car driver is essential for this employed role, and your car must be wheelchair adapted to accommodate a wheelchair.

For more information, please see the Job Description 

 

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.

Personal Assistant – MNONCL

Location: Kingston Park, Newcastle

Hours: 3 hours per week (school holidays only)

Rate of Pay: ÂŁ13.50 per hour

 

About the role:

We are looking for a personal assistant to support out beautiful 5-year-old daughter, Maryam. We are looking for someone who can work alongside us as an extra pair of hands when we are out on social outings to allow us to be able to take all three of our children and keep them all safe.

 

About Maryam:

Maryam is a beautiful 5-year-old young girl, who lives at home with her parents and two sisters who are 8 and 10. Maryam loves to visit quiet environments which can include the park, swimming at the Alan Shearer Centre and generally being outdoors. At home she enjoys activities such as painting, reading books, playing with her teddies, water play and playing with playdough.

Maryam is autistic as well as having sensory disorder and PICCA. She is also nonverbal. She has no safety awareness so you will need to have awareness of her surroundings and always keep her safe while she is enjoying the activities she loves.

For more information, please see the Job Description 

 

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.

An enhanced DBS will be required for this role and any offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory references and DBS.

 

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.

 

Family Support Worker – JADNCL

Hours:

Monday: 5.30 to 8.30, Monday Night Social

Tuesday: 4.14 to 7.15, Rebound Therapy

Wednesday:  4.15 to 7.45, Swimming, this shift is usually covered but cover may be needed occasionally

Saturday: 10.30 to 4.30

Shifts may change so a degree of flexibility is needed.

There are also 3x 5 hour shifts in school holidays, usually 10 to 3, days to be negotiated.

Driver: Desirable, though non drivers will be considered if prepared to take our son out on public transport.

Rates of Pay: ÂŁ14.00 per hour

Area: Newcastle upon Tyne

 

Meet Jacob – a sociable 14-year-old who loves great company and getting out into the world! Whether he’s at a local disco, bouncing through rebound therapy, or soaking up the sun at the seaside – Jacob is happiest when he’s on the move and surrounded by people.

We’re looking for two awesome support workers (you’ll be working 2:1) to help Jacob continue doing what he loves in a safe and supported way.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting Jacob at fun events like discos and social clubs
  • Splashing around at swimming and helping with rebound therapy
  • Going on Saturday adventures to parks, markets, beaches, and the odd cafĂ© for a treat
  • Helping with transitions between activities and offering reassurance when things change
  • Communicating clearly and kindly – Jacob is nonverbal but understands everything and responds brilliantly to supported instructions

 

A Bit About Jacob

  • Diagnosed with Autism and a learning disability
  • Nonverbal but expressive, engaged, and communicative in his own way
  • Loves being part of the action – happy, social and curious
  • Enjoys structure but can adapt with the right support

 

Who We’re Looking For

  • Warm, patient,
  • Confident supporting children or young people with additional needs (training can be provided)
  • Someone who enjoys being active and social – disco shoes optional but encouraged!
  • Bonus points if you like markets, seaside chips, or a walk in the park

Please click here for full Job Description

 

This post is subject to a DBS check and references.

 

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.

 

 

Social Care Personal Assistant – RCHNCL

Hours:  2 x 3 hours per month to work with mum or current PA

Area: Sandyford, Newcastle upon Tyne

Rate: ÂŁ15.00 per hour

Driver with own vehicle essential. Mileage reimbursed 

 

I am looking for a Personal Assistant to work with me or the current PA to provide 2:1 support to my 15-year-old son with Autism & ADHD, to allow him to get out in the community and participate in activities safely.

He is a happy, adventurous boy, an opportunist, inquisitive, highly active, who enjoys going out & about exploring many places and things. He loves going to town centres, home furniture shops, toilets, going swimming, the Alan Shearer Centre for sensory sessions, and adventure parks.

The role calls for 2 PAs who can work well as a team, stay calm under pressure who enjoys new challenges, are confident and are able to keep up with my son, as he is quick and always on the move.

Previous experience of supporting a young person who has Autism & ADHD, challenging behaviours, is essential, have excellent communication skills, problem solving skills, patience, caring, fun & active reliable, trustworthy, and willing to learn, so you understand him.

Someone who can drive and is willing to use their car for work is an essential requirement for the role. The usage of petrol will be reimbursed.

This post is subject to a satisfactory DBs check and references which will be taken up if you are offered the post.

 

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.