Personal Assistant for Active 11-Year-Old (Driver)

Disability North; Dinnington; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Disability North in Newcastle upon Tyne (Dinnington area) is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a non-verbal 11-year-old boy with autism. You will help him enjoy activities such as swimming, visits to the zoo, and walks in parks and forest areas, using communication approaches that suit him.

The role requires a driver with access to a mobility vehicle, and the ability to work term time (12 hours per fortnight) and up to 30 hours per week during school holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience with autism, sensory processing disorder, or pediatric care preferred.
• Must be able to communicate with a non-verbal child.

Responsibilities

• Support activities such as swimming, zoo visits, and park walks.
• Learn the child’s communication methods and adapt interactions accordingly.
• Assist with transportation using mobility vehicle and work collaboratively with family.

Skills

Driving license

Autism awareness

Job description

Disability North in Newcastle upon Tyne (Dinnington area) is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a non-verbal 11-year-old boy with autism. You will help him enjoy activities such as swimming, visits to the zoo, and walks in parks and forest areas, using communication approaches that suit him.

The role requires a driver with access to a mobility vehicle, and the ability to work term time (12 hours per fortnight) and up to 30 hours per week during school holidays.