At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist a young lady with social activities and community engagement.
- Company: This role supports a 15-year-old girl with developmental delay in Newcastle Upon Tyne.
- Benefits: Pay is £14.00 per hour for 9 hours per week during school holidays.
- Other info: A full, clean UK driving licence is preferred but navigating local transport is essential.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant household and help a young girl enjoy her favourite activities.
- Qualifications: Experience working with children with disabilities is essential.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 14 £ per hour.
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Hours: 9 hours per week school holidays only (weekends may be required on occasion)
Pay: £14.00 per hour
A driver is preferred but it is essential you can navigate the local transport systems.
About the Role
The role is to support a young lady to access and engage in activities within her local community.
Key Responsibilities
- There is no personal care in this role.
- Daily Living Support: Assistance with social activities and accessing the community.
- Assistance to engage with activities I enjoy at home and outdoors. Places I enjoy include shopping outlets, the gym and cinemas.
- Mobility & Transport: Ensure my safety boarding on and off public transport. Full, clean UK driving licence is essential if you are a driver.
Who You Are
- Physically fit – able to safely lift and handle and keep me safe.
- Able to follow instructions carefully and work with sensitivity.
- Respectful of boundaries, cultural practices & values and personal space.
- You must have experience working with children with disabilities.
- Bubbly, happy, and outgoing.
- Naturally upbeat, positive, and compassionate.
- Good at taking the initiative but also comfortable being guided from my parents or myself.
- Responsible with strong attention to detail and vigilant always.
- Non-smoker – due to allergens.
About Me
I am a 15-year-old young girl with developmental delay and I am partially sighted which is corrected with specialist eye wear. I’m looking for an experienced personal assistant to support me access the local community and enjoy activities of my own choice. I enjoy going to the cinema, coffee dates, shopping and attending my local gym. You would support me to engage in these activities and always ensure my safety. I reside with my mum, dad and siblings and we have an active household.
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. At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.
Female Personal Assistant – AHUNCL in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: £14.50 per hour
This position is based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, where you will support a lively 15-year-old girl. Enjoy flexible hours during school holidays while engaging in fun activities like shopping and gym visits.
