Job Title
Personal Assistant (PA)
Location
Heaton, Newcastle
Hours of Work
12‑16 hours per week with overnight support. Hours are flexible and to be mutually agreed.
Rate of Pay
£15.00 per hour
Driver Essential
Valid UK driving licence is required.
Job Purpose
The role involves providing personal assistance to a young person, facilitating access to community activities based on his interests. Some personal care duties may be required. Work will be on a 2:1 basis, alongside another PA or one of the young person’s parents.
Responsibilities
* Assist the young person in accessing community activities and events.
* Provide overnight support as necessary.
* Support the young person with personal care tasks, when required.
* Work cooperatively with another PA or the parents on a 2:1 support ratio.
Qualifications
* Valid UK driving licence.
* Willingness and availability to work 12‑16 hours per week, including overnight support.
* Enhanced DBS check or willingness to undergo one.
* Experience or interest in working with young people with autism, ADHD or similar conditions is desirable.
About the Child
He is a young person with a diagnosis of autism, ADHD and Smith‑Magenis syndrome. He enjoys gaming (particularly FIFA on PS5), boxing, darts, golf, pool and basketball. He has two puppies, Dotty and Quinny.
Employment Conditions
At the time of starting, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the United Kingdom.
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