Compassionate Personal Assistant for Child with Complex Needs

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 4,500 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North seeks a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a 10-year-old in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. Role focuses on in-home care, monitoring seizures, meals, dressing, and daily activities within the home environment.

The PA will gradually assist with community access, with parental supervision and training provided. A UK driving licence is essential for drivers; the role may involve weekend commitments and school holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• Physically fit and able to lift and handle a wheelchair.
• Able to follow instructions carefully and work with sensitivity.
• Experience working with children with epilepsy and disabilities is essential.
• Non-smoker due to allergens.
• Compassionate, patient, and proactive in a home care setting.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care Support: toileting, hygiene, dressing assistance and meals prompts.
• Daily Living Support: assist with social activities and community access, at-home activities.
• Mobility & Transport: assist with wheelchair transfers and travel; driving licence is essential if you are the driver.

Skills

Physically fit

Follow instructions

Attention to detail

Experience with epilepsy

Non-smoker

Compassionate

Initiative

Patient and calm

Team player

Job description

Disability North seeks a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a 10-year-old in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. Role focuses on in-home care, monitoring seizures, meals, dressing, and daily activities within the home environment.

The PA will gradually assist with community access, with parental supervision and training provided. A UK driving licence is essential for drivers; the role may involve weekend commitments and school holiday coverage.