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Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Disability North is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to support Connor, a lively 13-year-old boy, to safely access and enjoy his local community. Being a driver with your own vehicle is essential to support Connor on outings and in activities.

Connor is autistic and non-verbal, with sensory processing challenges. The PA will follow care and safety instructions, help manage his PEG feeding, supervise closely, provide calm reassurance, and help him engage in play and outings in a

Qualifications

• A full valid UK driving licence and own vehicle.
• Experience supporting young people or in care settings.
• Patience, calm under pressure, and vigilance.
• Ability to follow care plans and safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate support to Connor during community activities.
• Transport Connor to activities as needed and ensure safety.
• Follow medical care and feeding instructions for Connor's PEG.
• Create a calm, engaging environment to help self-regulation.

Skills

Driving

Patience

Vigilance

Compassion

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and reliable Personal Assistant (PA) to support Connor, a lively and energetic 13 year old boy, to safely access and enjoy his local community. Being a driver and having access to your own vehicle is essential for supporting Connor.

Connor is autistic and non verbal, with a joyful and adventurous personality. He enjoys beach walks, shopping for toys and teddies, water play, using his iPad, and playing one to one with a football or ball through throwing or bouncing games.

Connor is small for his age, very active, and quick, which means safety awareness and close supervision are essential. He has Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), has no sense of danger, and wears a wrist strap and incontinence pads when out in the community.

Connor has a PEG for feeding. The PA will be required to follow all care and safety instructions related to this.

Connor is sensitive to noise and may become dysregulated in overwhelming situations. This can sometimes lead to aggressive behaviour. He communicates discomfort through clear warning signs and benefits from calm support, space, and reassurance to help him self-regulate.

This role would suit someone who is patient, energetic, and vigilant, with a genuine desire to make a positive difference in a young person's life. The successful applicant will be able to provide meaningful, respectful, and engaging support while maintaining a calm and consistent approach.