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An exciting opportunity to work as a Male Personal Assistant in Newcastle upon Tyne, supporting a vibrant 15-year-old boy with Autism. You'll provide essential 1-1 personal and social assistance, helping him engage in enjoyable activities like swimming and gaming. This role requires a proactive individual who is not only enthusiastic but also capable of ensuring safety and promoting independence. If you have a passion for making a difference in someone's life and enjoy working in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you!
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Disability North
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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05.05.2025
19.06.2025
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Hours: 5 hours per week term time Tuesday and Thursday 4.30pm-7pm
5 hours per week school holidays
Hourly Rate: £13.00 per hour
Your role will be to provide my son Adam with the quality 1-1 support, personal and social assistance that he needs to enable him to access his community as well as providing support within the home.
Adam is a happy, sociable boy, he is 15 years old. Adam has a cheeky sense of humour, sees the funny side in everything and has great communication skills. Adam loves computers, drawing and making up stories. He enjoys going to the arcades to play games, swimming and piano lessons. We are looking for an enthusiastic PA who is willing to research activities that they can support Adam to take part in. Adam has Autism and requires support with prompting in all areas of daily living to support his independence. He also needs supervision at all times as he has minimal awareness of danger and can be impulsive.
A car driver with access to their own car is essential for the role, mileage will be paid.
There is a genuine occupationalrequirementfor the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and SocialCareAct 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.