Personal Assistant – JBNT

Disability North; North Tyneside; On-site; GBP 11,700 - 14,300; Full time

Job summary

We are looking for a Personal Assistant in North Tyneside to support an 18-year-old male with a fun and active lifestyle. The role involves gaming, exploring new dining experiences, and encouraging independence in a relaxed family setting.

The ideal candidate should be friendly, patient, and reliable, with experience working with young individuals presenting with Neurodiversity. Comfort around pets is a must as the home includes dogs and a cat.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people presenting with Neurodiversity is essential.
• Ability to de-escalate meltdowns and support emotional regulation.
• Must be friendly, reliable, and respectful with appropriate boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Support gaming sessions and shared interests.
• Encourage independence and social opportunities.
• Assist with confidence-building activities outside the home.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Experience with Neurodiversity

De-escalation techniques

Interest in gaming and sports

Comfort around pets

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

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.