Male Social Personal Assistant – TWNCL

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

Job summary

Disability North in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Personal Assistant to support Thomas, a 7-year-old with autism and complex needs. The role involves feeding, personal care, and close supervision in a safe, caring environment.

Ideal candidates are observant, patient and reliable, with willingness to complete PEG feeding training and to work a schedule of 5 hours per week term time and 10.5 hours per week in holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism and complex needs is beneficial.
• Reliable, patient and calm approach to support Thomas.

Responsibilities

• Support Thomas with daily activities, feeding and personal care.
• Ensure safety and supervise closely due to limited awareness of danger.
• Follow training for PEG feeding and maintain a calm, predictable routine.

Skills

Autism experience

Patience

Job description

Hours: 5 hours per week term time, 10.5 hours per week in the holidays

Area: West Thorp, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Rate: £14.80 per hour

We are currently recruiting for a kind, patient and experienced Personal Assistant to support Thomas, a lovely 7-year-old boy with autism, global developmental delay and learning difficulties.

Thomas is non-verbal and communicates in his own unique way, so we are looking for someone who is observant, understanding and willing to take the time to learn how he communicates and recognise his individual cues. Thomas requires close supervision and support to keep him safe, as he has limited awareness of danger and can become frustrated when he is unable to communicate his needs.

Thomas is PEG-fed and will require support with his feeding and personal care. Appropriate PEG feeding training will be provided, so you do not need to already hold this training, but you must be willing and able to complete it.

Thomas loves being outdoors and exploring nature, particularly woodlands, trees, birds and water. He also enjoys swimming, listening to music, and has a particular love of shoes and wellies! He enjoys quieter environments and benefits from a calm, consistent approach and a predictable routine.

Experience working with children with autism and complex additional needs would be highly beneficial and is preferred for this role. We are looking for someone who is confident, reliable and patient, with the ability to remain calm and supportive when Thomas becomes overwhelmed.

Due to Thomas's physical strength and the level of support he requires, we would ideally be looking for someone who is physically confident and able to support him safely. A male PA may be particularly beneficial, although this is not essential and all suitable applicants will be considered.

If you are someone who enjoys outdoor activities, nature, swimming and music, and would love the opportunity to build a trusting relationship with Thomas while supporting him to enjoy the things he loves, this could be a very rewarding role for you.

For more information, please see the Job Description

This post is exempt under the 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.