Personal Care Assistant
Northumberland County Council, Blyth, Northumberland
Personal Care Assistant
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Northumberland County Council, Blyth, Northumberland
- Part time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 11 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 1040100c33f04e39b6d4b03eedbc2f5a
Location ref: Blyth, Northumberland
Full Job Description
Support Worker Opportunity - Make a Real Difference We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable Support Worker to provide one-to-one support for a friendly young man with Autism, ADHD, Tourette's Syndrome, a moderate to severe learning disability, visual impairment and hearing loss.Initially covering long-term sickness absence, this role has the potential to become permanent for the right person.This young man enjoys getting out and about in the community, including travelling on the Metro and buses, visiting the cinema and theatre, watching trains, and taking part in activities such as ten-pin bowling. If you're active, patient and enjoy supporting others to live life to the fullest, this could be the perfect role for you.You will help him manage his anxiety, build confidence, and access the activities he enjoys while promoting his independence. This is an active role, and he may use mobility aids including a Ramble Tag, walker or manual wheelchair depending on the activity.Hours 2-3 days per week 4 hours per day Flexible working days Additional hours may be availableThere may also be opportunities to provide support at his day service during the week.About You
- Friendly, positive, and approachable
- Patient, calm and understanding
- Active and happy to support community activities
- Reliable and committed to promoting independence
- Able to build positive, trusting relationships Essential Requirements
- Experience supporting adults with Autism and learning disabilities
- Experience providing personal care
- A genuine passion for helping people live fulfilling and meaningful lives If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Services
- Personal Care
- Social + Leisure activities
- Support to remain independent Training
- Essential PA Guide
- Safeguarding Adults/Children
- Moving & Handling
- Food Hygiene
- First Aid
- Hand hygiene
- Autism / Aspergers Transportation
- Full UK driving license
- Own personal car
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