Personal Assistant – ALHNCL

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a young person in Newcastle for 16 hours per week. The role involves active participation in hobbies and helping the person access social and community activities.

The ideal candidate is caring, energetic and reliable, patient and calm, with good communication skills. A driver with access to a car would be preferred, and you must have permission to work in the U.K.

Qualifications

• Patient, calm and adaptable, physically able to take part in active pursuits.
• Good communication skills and confidence with safety in new activities.

Responsibilities

• Support with physical, outdoor and community activities
• Encourage hobbies and interests including music, Lego, trains and cooking
• Use public transport to access activities and venues
• Help maintain attention and provide clear, simple communication
• Promote safe participation in new experiences and positive social interaction

Skills

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Physical ability

Tools

Driver (car)

Job description

Hours: 16 hours per week

Rate: £15.30 per hour

Area: Newcastle upon Tyne

We are looking for a caring, energetic and reliable Personal Assistant to support a young person in Newcastle for 16 hours per week. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys being active, encouraging participation in hobbies and helping someone safely access social and community activities. Pay is £15.30 per hour.

• Support with physical, outdoor and community activities
• Encourage hobbies and interests including music, Lego, trains and cooking
• Use public transport to access activities and venues
• Help maintain attention and provide clear, simple communication
• Promote safe participation in new experiences and positive social interaction

The ideal candidate will be patient, calm, adaptable and physically able to take part in active pursuits. They should have good communication skills, enjoy the outdoors and be confident supporting someone to try new things safely. A driver with access to a car would be preferred.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in someone’s life while supporting fun, engaging and meaningful activities in the community.

For more information, please see the Job Description

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.