Compassionate 24/7 Personal Care Assistant

Disability North; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North is seeking a female carer to support a lady with a head injury at her home in Hamsterley Mill, Gateshead. The role covers 24-32 hours weekly with day and night shifts, including sleep-in periods and possible 24-hour coverage.

Shifts run 9:45–18:00 or 17:45–22:00 (sleep-in 12:00–08:00). The job requires a clean driving licence and a compassionate approach to maximize independence and mobility for the client.

Qualifications

• Care experience with head injury or similar conditions preferred.
• Must have a clean driving licence.
• Female applicant due to occupational requirement.
• Ability to provide 24/7 care including sleepovers.
• Ability to accompany client on trips/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 support including personal care and household tasks.
• Assist with cooking, shopping, appointments, and medication administration.
• Help client stay independent and transport using the client’s car.
• Care for client’s dogs as part of daily routines.
• In-house training provided.

Skills

Care experience

Driving licence

Job description

Disability North is seeking a female carer to support a lady with a head injury at her home in Hamsterley Mill, Gateshead. The role covers 24-32 hours weekly with day and night shifts, including sleep-in periods and possible 24-hour coverage.

Shifts run 9:45–18:00 or 17:45–22:00 (sleep-in 12:00–08:00). The job requires a clean driving licence and a compassionate approach to maximize independence and mobility for the client.