Compassionate Personal Care Assistant - Driving, Weekends

UKCIL; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

UKCIL Morpeth-based Personal Care Assistant position supports a 25-year-old with learning disabilities in daily life. Role involves personal care, transporting to activities, and promoting independence; applicants must be female due to care needs.

You will provide companionship, assist with daily routines, and complete training including moving/handling and PEG feeding. Requires full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle; weekend shifts required; no smoking on site.

Qualifications

• Female applicants only due to personal care needs.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Physically able and confident with moving and handling tasks.
• Flexible and reliable with weekend availability (3 weekends per month).
• Comfortable around animals, especially horses.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care and support with daily routines
• Assisting with moving and handling, including standing transfers
• Supporting with outings, appointments, and social activities
• Driving mobility adapted van
• Administering medication
• PEG feeding and other training-informed tasks

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Positive attitude

Flexible

Tools

Full UK driving licence

Job description

UKCIL Morpeth-based Personal Care Assistant position supports a 25-year-old with learning disabilities in daily life. Role involves personal care, transporting to activities, and promoting independence; applicants must be female due to care needs.

You will provide companionship, assist with daily routines, and complete training including moving/handling and PEG feeding. Requires full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle; weekend shifts required; no smoking on site.