Personal Care Assistant for a young woman 35 hr/wk@ £13.09/hr in Haltwhistle

TN United Kingdom; Haltwhistle; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant to support a young woman with Global Development Delay in Haltwhistle. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in someone's life by helping them maintain independence and engage in enjoyable activities. Ideal candidates will be patient, proactive, and experienced in providing one-to-one support. You'll be involved in daily routines, community outings, and ensuring safety at all times. Join a supportive team and contribute to a fulfilling and varied role that promises personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience working one-to-one with individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to manage staff rotas and handle administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support daily activities including personal care and community access.
• Assist with meals and administer medication as required.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Proactivity

Experience with Disabilities

Education

Relevant Care Training

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Personal Care Assistant for a young woman 35 hr/wk@ £13.09/hr in Haltwhistle, Haltwhistle

Client:

UKCIL

Location:

Haltwhistle, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Reference: 71ab8

We are looking for a full-time support worker for a young lady in the Haltwhistle area with a diagnosis of Global Development Delay. She requires a team of carers/support workers to help her maintain independence and continue her hobbies and interests.

This lady lives in an independent setting with support from family and a team of support workers. She attends a day centre 4 days a week, from 9am-4pm, engaging in activities like cooking, art, music, and learning new skills. Support outside these hours is also needed.

Your role will include supporting her to maintain independence, such as going out into the community, visiting the gym, swimming, cinema, dining out, and social activities. You must be proactive to ensure her safety at all times.

Ideal candidates are confident, patient, comfortable with repeated tasks, experienced in working with people with disabilities one-to-one, and seeking a long-term commitment.

Additional duties include managing staff rotas, handling staff absences and holidays, liaising with payroll and the employer, and performing general administrative tasks.

This is a busy, hands-on, and varied role, with most skills learned on the job working alongside the team.

Hours required are as follows; please specify your availability when applying:

• Nonday centre days: 3.30pm - 7pm – support with personal care, cooking, cleaning, bedtime routine (shower, washing, drying, story, bed).
• Other evenings and weekends to support community access, independence, and hobbies.

Hours to be discussed during the interview.

Pay rate: £13.09 per waking hour.

Location: Haltwhistle area.

Main Duties:

• Support and supervision in daily activities: personal care, toileting, showering, dressing.
• Assisting with meals, drinks, and supervision during eating.
• Prompting and administering medication.
• Supporting access to community and places of interest.

Further information: An enhanced DBS check is required at the employer’s expense.

Training in health and safety and other relevant areas will be provided as needed.