Male Personal Assistant – MUANCL

Disability North; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support organization in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a compassionate individual to provide support and companionship to a 13-year-old boy with autism spectrum disorder. The role involves visiting shops and engaging in activities like sports and swimming to help build confidence. This part-time position requires 3 hours of work per week on weekends, with a pay rate of £12.50 per hour. Ideal candidates have a caring nature and experience with children with special needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder is desirable.
• Driver preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and companionship to a 13-year-old boy with ASD.
• Visit shops and engage in sports and swimming to build confidence.

Skills

Compassionate support

Patience

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Hours: 3 hours per week on a Saturday/Sunday

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Rate of pay: £12.50 per hour

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to provide support and companionship for our son, a well-behaved 13-year-old boy with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). He loves the beach, enjoys a calm and quiet environment, and is an excellent listener. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to help build confidence and develop new skills.

About the Individual

He loves the beach, displays a gentle and composed personality. He does not like crowded areas and prefers quiet, less crowded environments. Your role would be to build confidence actively working on his confidence by visiting shops and engaging in sports and swimming.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support and companionship to a 13-year-old boy with ASD.
• Visit shops, engage in sports and swimming to build confidence.

Qualifications & Preferences

• Driver preferred but not essential.
• Previous experience is desirable though not essential.

Application & Vetting

To apply please fill out our online application form.

This post is subject to references and satisfactory DBS checks.

There is a genuine occupationalrequirementfor the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and SocialCareAct 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.