Personal Assistant – JBNT

Disability North; North Tyneside; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North in North Tyneside is seeking a reliable Personal Assistant to support an 18-year-old male with an active lifestyle, including golf, gaming, football, and social outings. The role offers flexible hours and involves building a trusted relationship in a relaxed family environment.

You should be friendly, patient, and comfortable with animals, and have experience supporting neurodiverse young people; duties include engaging in gaming, dining out, encouraging independence, and

Qualifications

• Friendly, patient, and easy to get along with.
• Experience of working with young people that present with neurodiversity.
• Ability to de-escalate meltdowns and support with regulation when overwhelmed.

Responsibilities

• Gaming together – from casual sessions to shared interests in new releases.
• Eating out – cafés, restaurants, trying new places.
• Building confidence to explore activities outside the family home as the relationship develops.
• Encouraging independence, social opportunities, and fun.
• De-escalate meltdowns and support regulation when overwhelmed.

Skills

Friendly & patient

Neurodiversity experience

De-escalation skills

Gaming interest

Pet friendly

Job description

Personal Assistant Wanted to Support an 18-Year-Old with a Fun, Active Lifestyle

Location: North Tyneside

Hours: Flexible

Rate of Pay: £13.50 per hour

We're looking for a friendly, reliable Personal Assistant (PA) to support an 18-year-old male who enjoys golfing, gaming, football, and getting out and about. This is a great role for someone who's upbeat, patient, and happy to build a positive working relationship over time.

You'll be working in a relaxed family environment with two affectionate dogs and a cat who love a cuddle, so being comfortable around animals is essential.

About the Role

Your support will include:

• Gaming together - from casual sessions to shared interests in new releases
• Eating out - cafés, restaurants, and trying new places
• Building confidence to explore more activities outside the family home as the relationship develops
• Encouraging independence, social opportunities, and fun
• De-escalate meltdowns, and to support with regulation if overwhelmed

This is a role where connection matters. As trust grows, the activities you do together will expand to match his interests and goals.

Who We're Looking For

Someone who is:

• Friendly, patient, and easy to get along with
• Has experience of working with young people that present with Neurodiversity.
• Ability to de-escalate meltdowns, and to support with regulation if overwhelmed.
• Happy to share interests in gaming, sport, or general social activities
• Comfortable around pets
• Reliable, respectful, and able to maintain appropriate boundaries

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.