Weekend PA with Driving Licence for Autistic Boy

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability North is seeking a Personal Assistant to support an 11-year-old boy with autism in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role requires a driver with their own vehicle and is 3 hours on Saturdays or Sundays during term time, with 6.5 hours available flexibly in school holidays.

Applicants should be calm, patient, and energetic, able to engage in activities the child enjoys and ensure safety at all times, both in and out of the home.

Qualifications

• Experience with autism is essential.
• Must be patient, calm and reliable.
• Ability to keep a child safe and to supervise in/outside the home.

Responsibilities

• Support the child during activities and outings.
• Assist with routines and communicating as needed.
• Provide supervision and ensure safety in all settings.

Skills

Experience with autism

Patience

Safety awareness

Calm under pressure

Reliability

Driving licence

Job description

Disability North is seeking a Personal Assistant to support an 11-year-old boy with autism in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role requires a driver with their own vehicle and is 3 hours on Saturdays or Sundays during term time, with 6.5 hours available flexibly in school holidays.

Applicants should be calm, patient, and energetic, able to engage in activities the child enjoys and ensure safety at all times, both in and out of the home.