Personal Assistant - MSANCL

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance

Job summary

Disability North in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a part-time Personal Assistant to support Mason, an energetic 11-year-old who is non-verbal, with outings to swimming, zoo visits, and parks. You will learn his needs from family and adapt communication methods for daily activities.

Knowledge of Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder and Pica is beneficial; driving a mobility vehicle is essential and you must be over 25 for insurance purposes. DBS checks and references required.

Qualifications

• Non-verbal communication needs; knowledge of Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder and Pica beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities and outings (swimming, zoo, parks) for Mason.
• Support communication methods for a non-verbal child.

Skills

Driving

Job description

Personal Assistant - MSANCL

CAPTION:

• Company: Disability North
• Salary: from £20 an hour
• Hours: Part-time
• Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
• Working pattern: On-site
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 24 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 24 Oct 2026

Summary

• Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Dinnington area)
• Hours of work:
  • Term time: 12 hours per fortnight
  • School holidays: 30 hours per week (5 hours per day)
• Hours to be used flexibly
• Rate of pay: £20.00 per hour plus mileage in working hours
• Driver essential: To drive mobility vehicle (must be over 25 for insurance purposes)

My name is Mason, I'm a happy and very energetic 11 year old, and I'm looking for a Personal Assistant to support me to get out and about to do some of my favourite activities, as well as visit places that I love exploring. This includes going swimming, trips to the zoo and walks in parks and forest areas.

You will initially spend time with my Mum and family, learning more about me and my needs, as I'm non-verbal, so you will need to know how I communicate. Having some knowledge of Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder and Pica is beneficial for working with me.

For more information, please see the Job description

This post is subject to references and satisfactory DBS checks.

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.