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Social Personal Assistant – TRNCL, Newcastle upon Tyne
Client: Disability North
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 900017376b1e
Job Views: 3
Posted: 23.05.2025
Expiry Date: 07.07.2025
Job Description:
Area: Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Rate: £13.50 per hour
We are seeking a personal assistant for a 65-year-old gentleman with semantic dementia, a rare form affecting word meaning, face and object recognition, and memory.
Terry lives with his wife in Gosforth and enjoys visiting his local pub, where he relaxes with a drink. He has a strong fixation with time, relying on his watch and clock to navigate his day. It is crucial to adhere to specific routines and timings.
Terry prefers solitude, does not engage in conversation, but discusses weather and uses his phone frequently for weather updates. He no longer understands language but responds to actions and routines.
The role involves accompanying Terry to his preferred pub, supporting him at home with activities like sudoku, and assisting with drinks and snacks, particularly chocolate. If he resumes swimming, assistance and waiting during his sessions will be required.
Terry lacks emotional regulation and social etiquette due to dementia and may be socially isolated or require monitoring for safety.
We seek a patient, compassionate individual with experience and knowledge of dementia care.
For more information, please see the job posting.
This vacancy will close once a suitable candidate is appointed.
At the start of employment, the candidate must have permission to work in the UK.
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