Personal Assistant – JEANCL

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Disability North in Gosforth, Newcastle is seeking caring Personal Assistants to support two young people (ages 17 and 19) with autism and learning disabilities. You will work 1:1 or 2:1 with the two individuals, enabling activities, community engagement and daily routines in a warm, patient environment.

Shifts include part-time and full-time options across term time and holidays. DBS check is enhanced and UK work rights are required; driving licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS preferred and support available
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Full induction, training and support provided
• Driver with a clean licence preferred
• Full job description available via Job Description

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or 2:1 support during shifts
• Assist with activities, community outings and daily routines
• Help two young people grow in confidence and life skills
• Maintain warm, patient communication and adapt strategies when needed

Skills

Calm demeanor

Respectful

Caring

Humor

Active

Patience

Warmth in communication

Emotional maturity

Inclusive mindset

Job description

Join Our Caring Team as a Personal Assistant

Location: Gosforth, Newcastle
Reporting to: Direct Payment Employer
Rate of Pay: £15.25 per hour
Start Date: As soon as the right person is found

About the Role

Are you someone who brings kindness, patience, and curiosity to your work? Do you enjoy supporting young people to grow, explore the world and feel valued, confident, and included? If so, I’d love to meet you.

I’m looking for caring and thoughtful individuals to join our small, friendly team of Personal Assistants. You’ll be supporting my two wonderful young people (aged 17 and 19), who are autistic, have a learning disability and need support with their communication.

They are both warm, funny, and full of personality. Whether it’s getting active, exploring the community, or simply sharing a moment of connection, they thrive when supported by people who truly care and want to have fun with them.

You’ll work alongside me (their Mum) or other experienced PAs, offering 1:1 or 2:1 support depending on the shift.

This is a genuinely rewarding role where you’ll be helping two fantastic young people grow in confidence, develop life skills, and have more independence, choice, and control over how they live their lives.

Shifts Available

Part-time and full-time roles available. Typical shifts are:

Term Time (Mon-Fri):

• 7:00am – 9:00am
• 3:00pm or 3:30pm – 10:00pm

These shifts may be offered as a split shift (morning and evening)

Weekends & School Holidays:

• Early: 9:00am – 7:00pm
• Late: 12:00pm – 10:00pm

52 weeks (term & holidays)

• Night: 9:00pm – 9:00am

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Has a calm, respectful, and caring approach
• Has a great sense of humour and brings positive energy to their work
• Enjoys being physically active and can support others to stay active too
• Communicates with warmth and patience, including using alternative strategies
• Is reliable, emotionally mature, and values inclusion
• Respects personal space, routines, and boundaries when working in someone’s home
• May or may not have direct experience - having the right values matters the most

What You Need to Know:

• Enhanced DBS required (we can support this)
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Full induction, training, and support provided
• A driver with a clean driving licence is preferred
• Full job description here: Job Description