Active Personal Assistant: Community Activities (16h/wk)

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a young person in Newcastle for 16 hours per week. The role involves active participation in hobbies and helping the person access social and community activities.

The ideal candidate is caring, energetic and reliable, patient and calm, with good communication skills. A driver with access to a car would be preferred, and you must have permission to work in the U.K.

Qualifications

• Patient, calm and adaptable, physically able to take part in active pursuits.
• Good communication skills and confidence with safety in new activities.

Responsibilities

• Support with physical, outdoor and community activities
• Encourage hobbies and interests including music, Lego, trains and cooking
• Use public transport to access activities and venues
• Help maintain attention and provide clear, simple communication
• Promote safe participation in new experiences and positive social interaction

Skills

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Physical ability

Tools

Driver (car)

Job description

Disability North is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a young person in Newcastle for 16 hours per week. The role involves active participation in hobbies and helping the person access social and community activities.

The ideal candidate is caring, energetic and reliable, patient and calm, with good communication skills. A driver with access to a car would be preferred, and you must have permission to work in the U.K.