Personal Assistant – DSNTH

Disability North; Seaton Delaval; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North is seeking a Personal Assistant in the Seaton Delaval area to support a young adult with autism. The role involves helping access sports, fitness and community activities, with transport and companionship.

Salary is £14.67 per hour for 8 hours per week, with flexible hours and both employed or self-employed options discussed at application. Driving with own car is essential and business insurance is required.

Qualifications

• Active and positive, enjoys sports and helping others.
• Patient, friendly and with a good sense of humour.
• Confident communicator who can build rapport with others.
• Driver with own car (business insurance required).

Responsibilities

• Support access to sports and leisure activities.
• Provide transport and join in the activities.
• Build confidence and independence.
• Offer friendly companionship and conversation.

Skills

Active

Positive attitude

Sports enthusiast

Confident communicator

Driver with own car

Job description

Personal Assistant Wanted – Make a Real Difference!

Seaton Delaval and surrounding areas
£14.67 per hour
8 hours per week (flexible)

Driver With Own Car Essential

Do you enjoy sports, fitness, and helping others thrive? We’re looking for a friendly, energetic Personal Assistant to support a young adult with autism to get involved in community activities and hobbies.

This isn’t your typical care role – it’s about being a companion, motivator, and activity partner. From football chats (especially Newcastle United) to gym sessions, running, and tennis, you’ll be helping build confidence, independence, and enjoyment.

What You’ll Do

• Support access to sports and leisure activities
• Provide transport and join in the fun
• Build confidence and encourage independence
• Offer friendly companionship and conversation

About You

• Active, positive, and enjoys sports
• Patient, friendly, and has a good sense of humour
• Confident communicator who can build rapport
• Driver with own car (business insurance required)

No personal care involved

Flexible hours (some occasional weekends)

Employed or self-employed options available (self-employed rate to be discussed on application)

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your passion for sport with meaningful work and make a real difference in someone’s life.

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.