Flexible 14-hr/week Personal Assistant for Home & Outings

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North seeks a compassionate Personal Assistant for Karen in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves at-home and community support to maintain independence, including personal care, shopping, household tasks, meal prep, and outings with Karen and her dog.

The ideal candidate is friendly, patient, and enjoys helping others. Must be comfortable around animals and able to work weekends as required. UK work permission is required.

Qualifications

• Friendly, understanding demeanor and good sense of humour.
• Ability to encourage independence and provide constructive feedback.
• Genuine love of animals and comfort around Karen's dog.
• Willingness to integrate into the family dynamic.
• Physical ability to assist with lifting and carrying items.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care: support with showering, hair washing and personal care needs.
• Community Engagement: accompany outings and nature walks with Karen and her dog.
• Shopping Assistance: help with shopping and carrying items.
• Household Tasks: light cleaning, laundry, and tidying.
• Administrative Support: assisting with reading, writing and paperwork.
• Medication Management: prompting and assisting with medication schedule.
• Cooking and Baking: join in kitchen activities and provide needed help.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Sense of humour

Encouragement and independence

Animal lover

Family-oriented

Physical fitness

Job description

Disability North seeks a compassionate Personal Assistant for Karen in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves at-home and community support to maintain independence, including personal care, shopping, household tasks, meal prep, and outings with Karen and her dog.

The ideal candidate is friendly, patient, and enjoys helping others. Must be comfortable around animals and able to work weekends as required. UK work permission is required.