PA Vacancy

Personal Care Assistant – DWGH

Hours: 3-12 hours a month over 1-3 Saturdays a month for my programming volunteering. Other hours will be flexible as and when needed. Up to a maximum of 100 hours per month shared across the team

Rate: £13.02 per hour

Location: Birtley, Gateshead (10 mins drive from the Angel of the North)

 

About Me:

I’m Danny a 21-year-old young lad with cerebral palsy, affecting all four limbs. My trusty powered wheelchair is my mobility companion.

What I am Looking For:

I am assembling a fantastic team of PAs /carers to support me on a flexible part-time basis. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact, read on!

 

Your Role:

As part of my team, you will assist me with one or more of the following:

  • Volunteering with Coder Dojo: Join me on Saturday mornings or afternoons as we support young people to explore the exciting world of coding and digital making!
  • Music Festivals and Live Events: Be my companion at music festivals and live events throughout the year.
  • Activity Breaks at Calvert Trust Keswick: Dive into adventure! We will head to Calvert Trust Keswick for activity breaks, enjoying activities like rock climbing, canoeing, archery, and hydrotherapy. Typically, one to two times a year where my personal budget allows.
  • Hydrotherapy Sessions: Participate in hydrotherapy sessions to help improve physical well-being and relaxation through water-based exercises. As and when I have the ability to book.
  • Day to day personal care

 

Ideal Candidates:

My dream team members would hold or can obtain A satisfactory DBS enhanced check and would have at least one of the following interests or qualities:

  • Have an interest in computer programming, gaming, or digital making.
  • Love the vibe of music festivals and other live events.
  • Be ready and able to participate in, support with and enjoy activities offered at Calvert Trust in Keswick
  • Ability to support with moving and handling and personal care.
  • Ability to support with swimming/hydrotherapy.

 

While I welcome all applicants, candidates will be selected based on their skills, personality and suitability for the role

I also plan to use slack to manage my team so experience using this app: would be advantageous

Training and Support: Do not worry if you are new to this! I will provide informal training and guidance as needed. Care experience is desirable but not essential.

For more details about myself you can visit my digital portfolio at https://sites.google.com/view/dkw2003/home

 

Ready to Make a Difference? If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to be part of my incredible team, please consider applying.

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.

 

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