Female Personal Assistant VFNCL Needed in Newcastle upon Tyne

Area: Newcastle upon Tyne

Rate: £14.00 per hour

Hours: 4 hours per week. Predominantly Saturdays and school holidays, with some flexibility available.

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.

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.

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.

For more information, please see the Job Description

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.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.