Compassionate Personal Assistant for Teen with Disability

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a 17-year-old with a learning disability who has had a stroke. The role involves personal care, feeding, mobility support and assisting with daily activities within a home setting.

The PA will enable participation in local community activities, plan days out, and assist with re-learning tasks. Training will be provided; weekend hours and flexibility are required.

Qualifications

• Experience of SEN required.
• Confidentiality.
• Good at building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care tasks including bathing, dressing, feeding and administration of medication.
• Perform domestic duties such as meal prep, tidying and changing linen.
• Engage in social activities with the son and assist with community outings.

Skills

SEN experience

Confidentiality

Relationship building

Good communicator

Active listening

Behaviours support

Job description

Disability North in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a 17-year-old with a learning disability who has had a stroke. The role involves personal care, feeding, mobility support and assisting with daily activities within a home setting.

The PA will enable participation in local community activities, plan days out, and assist with re-learning tasks. Training will be provided; weekend hours and flexibility are required.