Disability North

Hours: 104 hours over 4 weeks (hours to be discussed at interview) Rate of Pay: £13.00 per hour Area: Chester-le-Street/Birtley Car driver essential Female Personal Assistant wanted for a young-minded 19-year-old with a warm heart and a beautifully creative spirit. She has a special love for her teddies and reborn dolls, which bring her comfort and joy. Animals mean the world to her and she loves being surrounded by nature. She has a creative heart, she enjoys arts and crafts, writing her thoughts and stories, listening to music, and watching her favourite Disney films along with fascinating discovery programs about the world around her. She loves spending time on her iPad, exploring technology, and playing games like Connect 4 She enjoys learning to cook and being outdoors, especially when she can connect with nature and animals. Family is very important to her - she lives at home with her Mam and stepdad, where she feels safe and supported. Female Personal Assistant Role Description Personal Assistant with experience and an understanding of Autism, learning disabilities and mental health needed. Must be able to provide compassionate, person-centred support to encourage independence, wellbeing, and active engagement in the community. Key Responsibilities Encourage and support access to the community, including participation in areas of personal interest. Promote and support positive mental health and emotional wellbeing. Encourage and prompt engagement in meaningful activities such as art, music, exercise, and walks. Support confidence-building through outings, including drives in familiar areas with gradual increases in distance (graded exposure). Encourage independence while remaining mindful of individual limitations, safety, and risk awareness. Assist with the development and maintenance of independent living skills. Support with and administer medication in line with agreed guidelines. Provide support with appointments, including online and telephone arrangements. Provide occasional overnight support to enable parental respite (maximum of two overnight stays per month). Personal Qualities and Approach Be creative in developing ideas and activities that motivate engagement. Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a calm, supportive manner. Use intuition and a person-centred approach to effectively engage and encourage independence. Maintain a flexible and positive attitude, adapting support to meet changing needs. Must be able to drive DBS and references required 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. To apply Please send a covering letter and CV to 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.

Hours: 104 hours over 4 weeks (hours to be discussed at interview) Rate of Pay: £13.00 per hour Area: Chester-le-Street/Birtley Car driver essential Female Personal Assistant wanted for a young-minded 19-year-old with a warm heart and a beautifully creative spirit. She has a special love for her teddies and reborn dolls, which bring her comfort and joy. Animals mean the world to her and she loves being surrounded by nature. She has a creative heart, she enjoys arts and crafts, writing her thoughts and stories, listening to music, and watching her favourite Disney films along with fascinating discovery programs about the world around her. She loves spending time on her iPad, exploring technology, and playing games like Connect 4 She enjoys learning to cook and being outdoors, especially when she can connect with nature and animals. Family is very important to her - she lives at home with her Mam and stepdad, where she feels safe and supported. Female Personal Assistant Role Description Personal Assistant with experience and an understanding of Autism, learning disabilities and mental health needed. Must be able to provide compassionate, person-centred support to encourage independence, wellbeing, and active engagement in the community. Key Responsibilities Encourage and support access to the community, including participation in areas of personal interest. Promote and support positive mental health and emotional wellbeing. Encourage and prompt engagement in meaningful activities such as art, music, exercise, and walks. Support confidence-building through outings, including drives in familiar areas with gradual increases in distance (graded exposure). Encourage independence while remaining mindful of individual limitations, safety, and risk awareness. Assist with the development and maintenance of independent living skills. Support with and administer medication in line with agreed guidelines. Provide support with appointments, including online and telephone arrangements. Provide occasional overnight support to enable parental respite (maximum of two overnight stays per month). Personal Qualities and Approach Be creative in developing ideas and activities that motivate engagement. Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a calm, supportive manner. Use intuition and a person-centred approach to effectively engage and encourage independence. Maintain a flexible and positive attitude, adapting support to meet changing needs. Must be able to drive DBS and references required 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. To apply Please send a covering letter and CV to 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.

Job Title Personal Assistant (PA) Location Elswick, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hours 3.5 hours every other Saturday (term time) 10 hours per week (school holidays) Rate of pay £14.00 per hour Driver essential Full UK driving licence and use of own car. Role Overview We are looking for a warm, reliable, and proactive Personal Assistant to provide 1:1 support for Darren. The role involves engaging with him in his favourite activities while always ensuring his safety and well-being. This is a rewarding position for someone passionate about supporting young people with additional needs. About Darren Darren is a happy, energetic 14-year-old boy who loves football, animals, swimming, going to the park, and soft play. He is a joyful and excitable young person who benefits greatly from 1:1 support. Darren is autistic and non-verbal, but he communicates effectively through gestures and guidance. He thrives in a safe, structured environment and enjoys spending time with someone who is patient, attentive, and fun. Darren travels best in the car so a driver's licence and use of your own car to transport Darren is needed. Additional Requirements Enhanced DBS required. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory references and DBS. At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K. Application Notes This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

Hours: 8-16 hours per week. Times & days to be discussed, weekends minimal. Pay: age related national minimum wage+ up to £13.43 per hour Holidays: 5.6 weeks per year pro rata. Most bank holidays honoured. Area: South Shields Are you a PA that has the savvy to help me live independently to improve my quality of life? As a power-chair user with a rare muscle wasting disease, to achieve a decent life I need a PA that is plugged-in to varying physical capabilities, pain, and fatigue. Also, as a PA you'll understand, for everyone's 'needs' to be met, enjoyment is an essential part. So do us both a favour and grab an interview for this life-enabling post in South Shields. If successful you will get paid, feel good about what you're achieving as a PA - training available - and the knock-on effect is that you will form part of making lives much better. Requirements: DBS checked References needed A car owner/driving licence preferred. Experience of medication administration preferable - training can be given. Assisting with personal care. Meal preparation, shopping and household duties. Attending Hospital, Physio sessions, and hydrotherapy. Enabling social activities where possible. 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.

Hours: 16 hours per week Rate: £15.30 per hour Area: Newcastle upon Tyne We are looking for a caring, energetic and reliable Personal Assistant to support a young person in Newcastle for 16 hours per week. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys being active, encouraging participation in hobbies and helping someone safely access social and community activities. Pay is £15.30 per hour. Support with physical, outdoor and community activities Encourage hobbies and interests including music, Lego, trains and cooking Use public transport to access activities and venues Help maintain attention and provide clear, simple communication Promote safe participation in new experiences and positive social interaction The ideal candidate will be patient, calm, adaptable and physically able to take part in active pursuits. They should have good communication skills, enjoy the outdoors and be confident supporting someone to try new things safely. A driver with access to a car would be preferred. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in someone's life while supporting fun, engaging and meaningful activities in the community. For more information, please see the Job Description 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.

Location: Fawdon, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hours: 4 hours per week Hourly Rate: £15.00 per hour Are you a warm, caring individual with a passion for making a positive difference in someone's life? Do you possess resilience, patience, and a positive attitude? If so, we're looking for someone just like you to join our team as a Support Worker/Buddy. About the Role As a Support Worker/Buddy, you'll have the rewarding opportunity to work closely with a very happy and chilled 13 year old male who has Global Developmental Delay and Autism. He lives with his loving family, including his parents, brother, and family Labrador. Your main role will be to provide support primarily during school holidays, encouraging community engagement, and fostering independence outside of the home environment. 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.

Two vacancies Wednesdays in term time: 14.40-18.00 Thursdays in term time: 14.40-20.00 Holidays A minimum of 2 days a week. This can be flexible and discussed with the employer. Rate of Pay £13.45 per hour Area Dringhouses, York A 10-year-old boy who has severe ADHD and autism with a profile of PDA. He goes to a specialist SEMH school and lives with his family. He loves all things trains and playing train games on his Xbox. He needs help staying regulated and loves having 1:1 attention from his PAs. He loves going to school and playing with his friends with support. Care will be 2:1 wherever possible and always when out of the house. Key tasks Personal care, including changing nappies Getting food for him Giving medication Helping him to stay regulated Observing and identifying when dysregulation is starting to occur and take steps to intervene as required Interacting with him throughout the care period Playing games with him Taking him out to park/visits to other activities Tidying up after him at home, including his bedroom, putting clothes away etc. Liaising with his parents and other PAs on a regular basis. The candidate must have experience of children who are autistic and have ADHD and the behavioural challenges that this presents. They must also have experience of PDA and know how to interact with PDA children in order to reduce dysregulation; this experience can be professional or personal. They must be confident handling dysregulation and meltdowns. Although challenging, the work will be rewarding and will massively help both the child and the family. You will be working with a wonderful family with 5 fantastic neurodiverse children. The PAs already in place are great to work with and have become part of the family. To apply Please send a covering letter and CV to 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.