Area: Newcastle

Hours: 20-24 hours per week, day shifts, waking night shifts and respite.

Rate of Pay: £16.00 per hour

Area: Newcastle upon Tyne

A driver experienced in driving large wheelchair adapted vehicles is essential

 

The purpose of this role is to support my 27-year-old son. My son is an upbeat and sociable young man who enjoys being around people whether this is direct interaction (he enjoys having his arms or head gently tickled and likes to return the favour and loves it when people chat with him) or simply people watching. He likes being out and about (health permitting) and enjoys the cinema, going to the beach and is always interested in what is going on around him. He has a mischievous sense of humour and likes to tease people when he is in a playful mood. In the house he loves sensory toys, musical toys, CBeebies and company. 

My son needs his Personal Assistants to be patient, calm and attentive but silly with it, a bit of silliness will always raise a smile. He communicates by pointing with his hands and with his eyes, you will be left in no doubt if he wants you to leave him alone! He will also vocalise. It is very important that you take the time to learn his methods of communication so you can understand him. You also need to always remember that he can understand more than he can communicate so you need to be mindful of what is discussed in front of him.  My son must not be exposed to shouting or raised voices, especially in his home, as this will distress him. If you are providing overnight support and go into his room through night, even if he is awake your presence will startle him, and he will need you to spend time with him once you have met his needs 

My son does have very complex health needs, which include epilepsy, a severe learning disability, a free draining peg, a supra pubic catheter, a condition that means he is not able to control his own body temperature, and he cannot move independently. This means that as his Personal Assistant there will be several procedures that you will be trained in, to be able to provide the necessary support for my son. He is reliant on TPN feeding, TPN training will be taught once you are fully experienced with all other aspects of my son’s care. This role will involve supporting my son in the home overnight without supervision. 

As my son’s Personal Assistant, you will work under my direction to meet his needs and will be accountable to me in all aspects of your work.  You must be reliable, be able to use your initiative and be able to work outside the 9-to-5 day.  You must also be able to respect our privacy and understand the need for confidentiality in all areas of your work.  

As my son’s Personal Assistant, you must be able to handle the physical skills of hoisting, pushing and bending. You do not need prior experience; however, you must be willing and able to learn these skills. 

Driver essential for this role and you must be experienced in driving wheelchair adapted large vehicles. 

 

For more information, please see the Job Description 

 

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.

 

Hours: 15 hours per week including weekends

Area: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Hours: £14.00 per hour

Car driver preferred

 

Our client is currently looking for an experienced female personal assistant to assist her within the home and out in the community.

Karen has a variety of physical disabilities and requires assistance with personal care, accessing the community and household tasks.  Karen is bubbly and outgoing with a good sense of humour, she lives with her husband, children who are older, and her pet dog who enjoys being made a fuss of.

The role will include supporting and assisting Karen with showering, hair washing and other personal care where required, she enjoys visiting Kingston Park to browse the shops and grab a coffee or two and, in the summer months, enjoys a trip to the beach. Karen is a talented crochet hobbyist and makes amazing garments and novelty items. She enjoys true crime programmes, YouTube cold case videos and reality TV, she also enjoys all genres of music.

This role will require you to assist and complete household tasks especially laundry and bed changing, and to assist Karen to complete light duties including hoovering and general cleaning on occasion. You may be required to assist Karen in simple meal preparations or prepare a meal for Karen if she is unable to.

A car driver is preferred for this role and business insurance would be required.

Karen is looking for someone to become part of the family dynamics, so a good sense of humour and the ability to engage with the other members of her family, including the dog, is essential.

 

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.

 

 

Job Title: Personal Assistant (Part-Time)

Role Overview

• Type of Employment: Part-time (Approximately 12 hours per week)
• Schedule: Flexible, typically structured as either 2 hours per day over 6 days or 3 hours per day over 5 days, distributed across 7 days
• Location: Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom; this role is strictly in-person.
• Rate:£15.00 per hour

 

Overview

I am a 44-year-old professional with a dynamic range of experiences—including English teaching/lecturing, freelance writing, advice and guidance work, and DJing in the jungle drum and bass/techno scenes. I live with invisible disabilities such as ADHD, autism, chronic musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and related mental health challenges. Although these challenges are dynamic and not always immediately visible, they require understanding, sensitivity, and reliability from the right support professional. This role is designed for someone who can provide robust administrative, technological, and advocacy support to help me regain pace and maintain my independence.

This is not a conventional PA role. While I strive for an egalitarian working relationship, when you are “at work” your focus is to follow clear instructions, handle tasks professionally, and abide by the boundaries of this uniquely supportive dynamic.

 

For further details, 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.