Female Personal Assistant- 2015615

Disability North; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 214,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North in South Tyneside is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a 23-year-old young man with a moderate learning disability, autism, ADHD, and anxiety. The role focuses on promoting independence, wellbeing, and confidence through tailored support in daily activities.

The successful candidate will work with varying hours, including weekends. There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder to be female and the right to work in the U.K. is essential.

Qualifications

• Empathetic, patient, and adaptable to individual needs.
• Experience or understanding of autism, ADHD, and mental health conditions (training provided if required).
• Effective communicator able to build trust and relationships.
• Reliable, organised, and resilient in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Support emotional regulation and manage behaviours calmly.
• Encourage and facilitate participation in activities at home and in the community.
• Build confidence and independence in a safe environment.
• Provide companionship and reassurance to reduce anxiety and support wellbeing.

Skills

Empathetic

Patient

Adaptable

Communication

Reliable

Job description

Hours: Monday – Friday: 2.5 hours per day, Saturday: 6 hours (can specify availability during interview)

Location: South Tyneside

Rates of pay: Age-related national minimum wage, up to £13.43 per hour

Holidays: 5.6 weeks pro rata per annum

Personal Assistant – Supporting a Young Adult with Diverse Needs

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and reliable Personal Assistant to support a 23-year-old young man with a moderate learning disability, Autism, ADHD, behavioural challenges, and generalised anxiety disorder.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference by providing tailored support that promotes independence, wellbeing, and confidence.

As a Personal Assistant, you will

• Support emotional regulation and help manage behaviours in a calm, understanding manner.
• Encourage and facilitate participation in meaningful activities, both at home and in the community.
• Build confidence and independence within a safe and supportive environment.
• Provide companionship and reassurance to help reduce anxiety and improve well‑being.

The ideal candidate will

• Be empathetic, patient, and adaptable to individual needs.
• Have experience or understanding of autism, ADHD, and mental health conditions (training will be provided if required).
• Be an effective communicator, able to build trust and positive relationships.
• Be reliable, organised, and resilient when faced with challenges.
• Hold a valid driving licence (preferred but not essential).

There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.