276 Personal Assistant(Support)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 18 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £12.21 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 17 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Darlington, County Durham |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Darlington Association on Disability on behalf of Direct Payment Employers |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 276 |
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Job Type: Darlington (PA's)
Description: A family is looking for a kind, reliable, and proactive Personal Assistant (PA) to support a friendly 19-year-old young woman who is a full-time wheelchair user and has learning difficulties. She is sociable, enjoys routine, and values her independence. The PA will provide support at home, in the community, and during travel to and from college. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide one-to-one care and support, helping a young woman thrive in her daily life.
Female applicants only permitted under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Applicants are required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and references.
Wage: £12.21 per hour
Hours: Please note, if you are unable to complete all of the hours but you would be able to commit to a rota basis, we would consider using more than one PA.
Mornings Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 9:00am (may vary depending on college schedule)
Afternoons: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Fridays: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Flexibility will be required.
Duties will include:
Personal care including:
Support with washing, dressing, and toileting
Assistance with intermittent catheterisation via a Mitrofanoff (training will be provided)
Moving and handling – supporting safe transfers and mobility needs
Accompanying her on a short walk to college (approx. 5 minutes away)
Promoting independence, social inclusion, and engagement in daily life
Providing emotional reassurance and respectful support
Applicants must be:
Caring, patient, and respectful
Reliable and consistent with good communication skills
Comfortable with all aspects of personal care
Willing to be trained in intermittent catheterisation via Mitrofanoff
Experience supporting people with disabilities is a plus, but not essential
All successful applicants will undergo references and an enhanced criminal records bureau check.
For further information please contact the Direct Payment Support Service on 360524 and quote 276
Description: A family is looking for a kind, reliable, and proactive Personal Assistant (PA) to support a friendly 19-year-old young woman who is a full-time wheelchair user and has learning difficulties. She is sociable, enjoys routine, and values her independence. The PA will provide support at home, in the community, and during travel to and from college. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide one-to-one care and support, helping a young woman thrive in her daily life.
Female applicants only permitted under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Applicants are required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and references.
Wage: £12.21 per hour
Hours: Please note, if you are unable to complete all of the hours but you would be able to commit to a rota basis, we would consider using more than one PA.
Mornings Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 9:00am (may vary depending on college schedule)
Afternoons: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Fridays: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Flexibility will be required.
Duties will include:
Personal care including:
Support with washing, dressing, and toileting
Assistance with intermittent catheterisation via a Mitrofanoff (training will be provided)
Moving and handling – supporting safe transfers and mobility needs
Accompanying her on a short walk to college (approx. 5 minutes away)
Promoting independence, social inclusion, and engagement in daily life
Providing emotional reassurance and respectful support
Applicants must be:
Caring, patient, and respectful
Reliable and consistent with good communication skills
Comfortable with all aspects of personal care
Willing to be trained in intermittent catheterisation via Mitrofanoff
Experience supporting people with disabilities is a plus, but not essential
All successful applicants will undergo references and an enhanced criminal records bureau check.
For further information please contact the Direct Payment Support Service on 360524 and quote 276