Disability North
Female Personal Assistant VFNCL
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Job Opportunity: Personal Assistant
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne
Rate
£14.00 per hour
Hours
4 hours per week. Predominantly Saturdays and school holidays, with some flexibility available.
About the Role
We are looking for a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to support our 14-year-old daughter to access social activities, build confidence, develop independence, and make new friends.
Our daughter is sociable, imaginative, and loves singing, dancing, music, puzzles, and spending time outdoors. She has KPTN disorder, autism, and a learning disability and benefits from support to understand social situations, manage changes to routine, and stay safe while out in the community.
Duties Include
- Supporting attendance at social and leisure activities, including drama groups, swimming, and outdoor adventures.
- Encouraging friendships and social interaction.
- Supporting family outings when required.
- Providing prompts with eating, drinking, and toileting.
- Supporting personal care during menstruation.
- Monitoring for signs of low blood sugar and potential seizure activity.
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We Are Looking For Someone Who Is
- Patient, kind, reliable, and positive.
- Fun, sociable, and has a good sense of humour.
- Calm, flexible, and able to build positive relationships.
- Able to swim and promote safety during activities.
Desirable
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
- Interest in outdoor activities.
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This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a young person’s life while supporting her to enjoy the activities she loves.
Additional Information
For more information, please see the job description.
Occupational Requirement
There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.
Application Process
This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.
Employment Requirements
At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.
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