Female Personal Assistant - NFNCL

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North seeks a dedicated Personal Assistant to support our sociable 11-year-old daughter with autism, a learning disability and KPTN disorder. This 4-hour-per-week role is mainly Saturdays and school holidays, with some flexibility for family needs.

You will accompany her to drama, swimming, nature walks and outings, help her build confidence and independence, and provide prompts for eating, drinking and toileting. A driving licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting a child with autism and learning disabilities.
• Calm, patient and creative approach to activities and routines.
• Willingness to drive and assist with community-based activities.

Responsibilities

• Support attendance at social and leisure activities for the child.
• Encourage friendships and social interaction.
• Provide prompts with eating, drinking and toileting as needed.
• Monitor for signs of low blood sugar and possible seizure activity.
• Assist with transport to activities when required.

Skills

Patience

Positive attitude

Creativity

Sociable

Able to swim

Driving licence

Job description

Hours: 4 hours per week. Predominantly Saturdays and school holidays, with some flexibility available.

We are looking for a fun, caring, and reliable Personal Assistant to support our sociable and energetic 11-year-old daughter with autism, a learning disability, and KPTN disorder to access activities in the community, build confidence, and develop independence.

Duties include:

Supporting attendance at social and leisure activities, including drama groups, swimming, nature walks, and outings.

Encouraging friendships and social interaction.

Providing prompts with eating, drinking, and toileting.

Monitoring for signs of low blood sugar and possible seizure activity.

We are looking for someone who is:

Patient, positive, and creative.

Sociable, active, and confident building relationships.

Able to swim.

Reliable and flexible.

Driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Interest in music, singing, dancing, and outdoor activities.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a young person's life while supporting her to enjoy activities she loves.

For more information, please see the Job Description

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.