Personal Assistant – GKNCL

Disability North; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to support Gelila, a 9-year-old girl with autism, in the West End of Newcastle. The role involves outdoor supervision, safety vigilance, and engaging activities during school holidays and term time.

The successful candidate will have a full driving licence and access to a car, strong energy for hands-on, sensory play, and patience. You will work 23 hours during school holidays and 6 hours during term time, with mileage reimbursed.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children who have autism.
• Driving licence and access to a car are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Gelila as Personal Assistant in outdoors, ensuring safety and holding her hand when outside.
• Engage Gelila in sensory, hands-on activities and supervise during trips and playtime.

Job description

Hours: 23 hours school holidays, 6 hours term time

Rate of pay: £14.60 per hour

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (West End)

Driving licence and own car essential

Gelila is a happy, loving, and kind 9-year-old girl who lives with her mum and three siblings in the West End of Newcastle.

She enjoys being active, and one of her favourite activities is swimming. Gelila is particularly engaged by sensory, hands-on experiences such as messy play, especially in sandpits. She also has a strong interest in bus journeys, she is content travelling to the end of the route and back, regardless of the destination. In addition, she is very fond of cats.

Gelila has been diagnosed with ASD and is non-verbal; however, she is able to listen and understand. She has limited awareness of danger and may run off, so it is essential that her Personal Assistant (PA) holds her hand when outdoors and always remains vigilant.

We are ideally looking for a PA with experience of working with children who have autism, who is enthusiastic and has a genuine interest in and enjoyment of supporting children.

A full driving licence and access to a car are essential. Mileage expenses will be reimbursed.

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.