Personal Assistant - Seaton Deleval P/T 8hrs per week @£14.67 p/h-Driver with car Required
Hourly Rate: £14.67 per hour
Hours: 8 hours per week (flexible weekdays and occasional weekends)
Location: Seaton Delaval and surrounding areas
Driving: Own car with business insurance required
Employment Type: Employed or self‑employed applicants considered
About the Role
We are seeking a friendly, active, and motivated Personal Assistant to support a young adult with autism to access community activities and hobbies. This is a person‑centred role focused on building a genuine connection. It is more like being a companion or activity partner than a traditional care role. You will support independence, confidence, and enjoyment of day‑to‑day activities.
The individual you will support is very sports‑oriented with a passion for football, especially Newcastle United. He enjoys gym sessions, running, and tennis. He is kind, caring, and thoughtful, always wanting the best for others. He can be a little reserved at first but becomes more open once he feels comfortable. As someone with autism, he may sometimes need support with communication and social interaction, so understanding and patience are important.
Key Responsibilities
* Supporting access to sports and leisure activities
* Providing transport to and from activities
* Encouraging participation and building confidence
* Joining in with activities where appropriate
* Offering companionship and engaging conversation
* Supporting independence and routine
About You
* Active and physically able to join in with sports and activities
* Friendly, confident, and patient with strong communication skills
* Able to build rapport with someone who may initially be quiet
* Good fun with a strong sense of humour and enjoys friendly banter
* Understanding of, or willing to learn about, autism
* Reliable, positive, and encouraging
Essential Requirements
* Full UK driving licence
* Own vehicle
* Business use insurance
Additional Information
* Hours are flexible and arranged around activities
* Occasional weekend work is required but not every weekend
* No personal care is involved
* Self‑employed workers will be considered
Services
* Social + Leisure activities
* Self Employed
Training
* Essential PA Guide
* Safeguarding Adults/Children
* Autism / Aspergers
Transportation
* Full UK driving license
* Own personal car
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