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Personal Assistant – SMCNCL

Job title: Personal Assistant

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (NE5)

Hours of work: Flexible hours (school holidays only).

Rate of pay: £14.00 per hour.

My name is Elle, I am looking for a personal assistant to work with my son Shaye. Shaye is 14 years old and is a very happy and social little boy. He has autism and has difficulties with communication. He is always full of energy and loves to cuddle and be around other people. Shaye lives in the family home with me and his older brother. He has a close relationship with his brother, and they like to spend time together.

The main purpose of the role is to go out and about with Shaye to enable and support him to take part in different social activities, this includes swimming, going to soft play and going to the park. Shaye loves outdoor spaces and being in the fresh air. One of his favourite places to visit is Ponteland Park. He also enjoys going to the airport and watching the aeroplanes taking off and landing.

We would like a Personal Assistant to work hours in the school holidays to provide some relief for me so I can get on with housework etc. Hours can be worked around your commitments, and we can be flexible.

We would prefer a driver with their own car however this isn’t essential as Shaye enjoys being on public transport.

A driver with own vehicle and clean licence is preferred but non-drivers may apply.

For more information, please see the Job description

To apply please fill out our online application form.

This post is subject to references and satisfactory DBS checks.

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 Social Personal Assistant – KCHNCL

Female Social Personal Assistant

Hours: 10.5 hours per week including weekends. There are extra hours available to cover maternity, sickness & holidays which will be discussed with the employer upon interview

Area: Walker, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Rate: £13.20 per hour

Karen is 53-year-old woman who lives at home with the support of her family. She has a diagnosed severe learning disability and Autism. Karen is selectively mute however she will converse with trusted member of her family. She will communicate with other with written communicate and technology.

Karen enjoys listening to music with her favourite genre being the 80’s. Her favourite song is “Starship” and she cannot resist a bit of Duran Duran. Karen enjoys going out for a social drink if the occasion arises and loves to attend the Fresh Disco. Karen enjoys the usual soaps on tv, she loves Casualty and enjoys a good laugh with Mrs. Browns Boys.

Karen can get obsessional and focus on things in a repetitive manner. If Karen’s support is cancelled or changed at short notice, this will cause Karen to become anxious and not want to go anywhere. Routine and consistency are essential to Karen.

As Karen’s Personal Assistant you would be expected to accompany Karen to her chosen social activities which could include trips to the Metro Centre, Cinema visits, lunch dates and days out to the beach, she would also like to try some new places of interest. You must be able to access and transport Karen safely on public transport as Karen enjoys, bus trips, ferry trips and the metro to access the community.

You will be required to assist and encourage Karen with personal hygiene care including, prompting and assistance with showering, haircare and toileting hygiene. Karen will need support with dressing and choosing garments appropriately for the weather. Karen is currently working on Healthy Eating and exercising which you would be expected to encourage and assist with, meal preparation would be included in this role.

Accompanying Karen to scheduled appointments will be required and you may be required to make booking/appointments on Karen’s behalf.

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 – DWRNCL

Job Title: Personal Assistant

Location: Walkergate, Newcastle upon Tyne

Hours: 10 hours per week

Rate of Pay: £14.00 per hour

The Role

We are looking for a fun and friendly Personal Assistant to support Dylan, a sociable young man, to build confidence, gain independence, and enjoy time out in the community. The role is focused on companionship, safety, and encouragement—not personal care. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life while enjoying shared activities and meaningful connection.

About Dylan

Dylan is a bright, kind, and funny individual with a love for live music, politics, swimming, and eating out. He thrives when he’s out and about and likes to stay active. Dylan has autism, which means he sometimes finds social situations challenging and may need gentle support navigating them. He communicates well and is very trusting, so clear guidance and consistency are key.

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.

Female Personal Assistant – ZMNCL

Hours: 6 hours per week term time, 18 hours per week school holidays including weekends

Area: Arthur’s Hill, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Rate: £14.00 per hour

Car Driver Essential

Zohan, is a lovely little six year old boy who lives with his parents and sibling in the Arthur’s Hill area of Newcastle, he currently has a diagnosis of DWM (Dandy Walker Malformation) which presents with symptoms of Hydrocephalus (fluid on the brain), Global Developmental Learning Difficulties and Autism, he is Non-Verbal and communicates using hand gestures and body language, he is able to say a few words which he has learnt over the years. Zohan is also a wheelchair user and wears glasses permanently. Due to his diagnosis Zohan has shunts fitted, is PEG fed and has issues with reflux which can result in sickness if not managed correctly.

Despite his diagnosis Zohan is generally a happy, smiley little boy who loves the “outdoors” when Zohan is unwell or not so happy he can become agitated and will indicate his frustration and pain by hitting himself, he uses a head guard to avoid head injuries.

Zohan loves textures and sensory stimulation toys especially sensory lights.

Zohan would like to employ a personal assistant to assist him in accessing his community and enjoy activities, he loves swimming, soft play venues, and visits to the Tim Lamb Centre/Alan Shearer Centre. He is looking for someone who enjoys the outdoors in the finer weather and you must be fit enough to manage and manoeuvre his wheelchair, safely.

This role will include personal care, assistance with dressing/undressing, assistance with feeding which will require you to be trained in Peg feeding and maintenance of tubes, showering Zohan if necessary, and promoting his independence to explore all his listed activities that he would like to experience.

The role requires an experienced personal assistant who can demonstrate their skills.

Car driver essential. Full UK Licence and business insurance required for this position.

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.