Personal Assistant - WANNCL

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Disability North in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a kind, patient Personal Assistant to support Wahab, an 8-year-old boy, in community activities.

You will help Wahab access cinema, swimming, museums, libraries, sports and outdoor activities, with a focus on building independence and social skills.

Experience with children is helpful; the right personality and ability to build a positive relationship are valued. UK work permission required.

Qualifications

• Friendly, patient, and reliable demeanor.
• Able to build positive relationships with Wahab.

Responsibilities

• Support Wahab to access enjoyable activities in the community.
• Help Wahab develop confidence and independence.
• Encourage Wahab to participate in social and practical skills.
• Promote active, healthy, enjoyable activities in a positive way.

Skills

Kind, patient

Confident with children in the社区

Job description

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Byker area)

We are looking for a kind, patient and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to support our 8-year-old son, Wahab. Wahab is a very happy, friendly and funny boy who loves talking and spending time with others. He enjoys a wide range of activities, including:

• Going to the cinema
• Swimming
• Visiting museums and libraries
• Animals
• Sports and outdoor activities
• Exploring new places and trying new experiences

The role will involve supporting Wahab to access enjoyable activities in the community, develop his confidence and independence, and learn new social and practical skills.

Wahab is currently receiving support from a nutritionist, so we would particularly welcome someone who can encourage him to take part in active, healthy and enjoyable activities in a positive and supportive way.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, patient and reliable
• Fun, energetic and enthusiastic
• Confident supporting a child in the community
• Able to encourage independence and new skills
• Interested in sports, swimming, animals or outdoor activities
• Understanding of children’s individual needs

Previous experience of supporting children would be helpful, although the right personality, attitude and ability to build a positive relationship with Wahab are equally important.

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.

Previous experience of supporting children would be helpful, although the right personality, attitude and ability to build a positive relationship with Wahab are equally important.