Personal Care Assistant for a young adult 25 to 37 hr/wk £15.23 to £16.28hr in Wylam

UKCIL; Wylam; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local caregiving service in Wylam seeks a compassionate Personal Care Assistant to support a young lady with severe learning disabilities. The role involves meal preparation, personal and domestic care, and supporting leisure activities. Ideal candidates will be physically fit, have experience with communication needs, and possess an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care. Flexible working hours of 25-37 per week are available, ensuring a good work-life balance for staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with additional communication needs preferred.
• Physically fit and active.
• Genuine commitment to the role.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation for the client.
• Assist with personal care needs.
• Support independence through domestic care.
• Engage in social and leisure activities with the client.

Skills

Experience with additional communication needs

Positive can-do attitude

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

NVQ/Diploma Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Full UK driving licence

Personal car

Job description

Personal Care Assistant for a young adult 25 to 37 hr/wk @ £15.23 to £16.28hr in Wylam

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: f58017fe

We are based in Wylam, Northumberland NE41, which is a 20‑minute drive from Newcastle and has good rail/bus links. We’re looking for a caring, compassionate and committed Personal Assistant (female). It’s an amazing opportunity to join our small and friendly team for a 24‑year‑old lady with a severe learning disability and additional health needs. We work flexibly and can accommodate shifts to suit a good work‑life balance.
About Me: I am a delightful young lady who likes to go swimming, going on trips, out for walks, loves music, dancing, looking at books and jigsaws. Every Saturday I go to a gym for people with additional needs and a club for young adults with additional needs called WeCan. I communicate non‑verbally using gestures, facial expressions, a VOCA (Voice Output Communication Aid), and symbols. Due to my physical disabilities, I require full support with personal care, feeding and mobility. I attend college Mondays, Thursdays and Friday and an activity centre with care staff on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. I have 24/7 care with dedicated day‑shift staff who assist me to have the best time with my different clubs and activities, and overnight care staff who enable me to have the best night’s sleep by providing proactive support at all times.

Hours Breakdown: Hours of work: 25‑37 hours per week. Flexible, based on a 24/7 rota. Shift patterns are: Weekdays – Monday to Friday 4 pm‑8 pm; Tuesday and Wednesday 9 am‑4 pm. Weekend day shifts 9 am‑6 pm. Night shift 8 pm‑8:30 am weekdays, 6 pm‑9 am Saturday and Sunday.
Alternative weekends

Knowledge and qualifications

• Experience of working with people with additional communication needs is preferred but not essential
• You should be trained to NVQ/Diploma Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or have equivalent experience)
• You must be physically fit and active
• Motivated and have a positive can‑do attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Caring, trustworthy & respectful
• Possess a genuine commitment to the role
• Great at working as part of a team and also working on your own initiative

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Meal Preparation
• Personal Care
• Domestic Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Moving & Handling
• Understanding challenging behaviour
• Food Hygiene
• First Aid
• Hand hygiene

Transportation

• Full UK driving licence
• Own personal car

Medical

• Safe Administration of Medication
• Continence Care
• Epilepsy Awareness
• PEG Feeding

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com