Female Personal Assistant - Job Reference 11622

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

💫Personal Assistant required 💫 

📍Location: Darlington 

⏰Hours: 4 hours per week  

💸Pay: £12.71 per hour, increasing to £13.00 per hour following successful completion of probation 

🚨Please note: A female support worker is required for this position in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. 

 

About the Role 

We are looking for a calm, patient, and caring Personal Assistant to support a happy and determined 14-year-old young lady. The role will involve providing personal care, support with daily routines, and helping her engage in activities she enjoys. 

Hours will mainly be worked during mornings before school and afternoons after school, with occasional weekend support. 

About the Young Person 

She is a cheerful young lady who: 

• Is doubly incontinent 
• Is incredibly determined and strong-willed 
• Has PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) and benefits from being involved in decisions and plans 
• Finds transitions and changes difficult 
• Is agoraphobic 
• Responds best to a calm, patient approach and does not cope well with disapproving tones 

Interests 

She enjoys: 

• Watching YouTube Kids 
• Dressing up 
• Laughing and telling jokes 
• Going for drives in the car 
• Visiting the playground when she feels able 

Duties 

The successful applicant will provide support with: 

• Personal care 
• Preparing and assisting with food and drinks 
• Accompanying her on outings, including car journeys and visits to the playground 
• Playing, engaging, and building a positive relationship with her 
• Supporting her emotional wellbeing and daily routine 

Essential Qualities 

Applicants should be: 

• Calm, patient, and kind 
• Experienced in supporting children with autism 
• Reliable and understanding of individual needs 

Desirable 

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred 

Training 

• Full training can be provided for the right candidate. 

 

If you are caring, compassionate, and committed to supporting a young person to thrive and enjoy life, we would love to hear from you.

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Female Personal Assistant - Job Reference 11674

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

🌟 Personal Assistant (PA) Wanted 🌟 

Are you a kind, reliable and compassionate person who enjoys making a real difference? I'm looking for a friendly Personal Assistant to support me with day-to-day living and help me maintain my independence. 

As I live with a neurological condition that causes fluctuating symptoms, no two days are the same. Some days I'll need very little support, while on others I'll need more hands-on assistance. Flexibility, patience and understanding are key. 

Female applicants only Permitted under Schedule 9,part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 

 

⏰ Hours: 16.75 hours per week  

💸 Pay: £12.71 per hour  

📍Location: Darlington  

 

🏡 On my better days, you may support me with: 

🍽️ Meal prepping and batch cooking for my freezer. 

🛏️ Changing my bed. 

🧹 Light household cleaning. 

👕 Laundry. 

📁 Organising important paperwork and documents. 

🚗 Accompanying me to appointments (depending on distance). 

🌿 Light gardening. 

💪 Supporting me to attend physiotherapy, exercise classes and other health appointments. 

 

💙 During flare-ups or when my symptoms are more severe, support may include: 

🍲 Preparing and bringing meals to me. 

💊 Medication and hydration prompts. 

🚿 Supporting me with washing, dressing and personal care routines. 

🧴 Helping me wash my hair. 

🛏️ Changing my bed. 

👚 Laundry. 

🥗 Encouraging me to eat enough throughout the day. 

🛒 Food shopping if I'm unable to leave the house. 

🌳 Supporting me to access the community safely. 

🏥 Accompanying me to appointments. 

🐶 Helping to exercise my dog if my friends aren't available. 

 

⏰ Typical Support Times 

• Morning: Around 8:30am–9:00am 
• Evening: Around 6:00pm–6:30pm 
• Other: As there are other duties within the role, there are an additional 11.75 hours per week that I need assistance for these things, times and dates will be on a rota basis for this.  

There may be some flexibility around these times depending on my health and support needs. 

 

🌼 I'm looking for someone who is: 

• Friendly, kind and patient. 
• Reliable and trustworthy. 
• Understanding of fluctuating health conditions. 
• Calm and confident supporting someone who experiences seizures. 
• Respectful of my independence while knowing when extra support is needed. 

⭐ Bonus Skills (not essential) 

• 🚗 Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (until I have a my own vehicle). 
• ⛑️ First Aid training. 
• 🤝 Moving and Handling training. 

Don't worry if you don't have all of the above training can be provided for the right person. 

 

❤️ Why this role matters 

This role is about much more than practical support. It's about helping me stay independent, continue doing the things I enjoy, and navigate the challenges of living with a condition that can change from day to day. 

If you're caring, dependable, have a good sense of humour and want a role where you'll genuinely make a positive difference, I'd love to hear from you! 

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Female Personal Assistant Job reference 11115

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Area: Darlington

 

Description:

A 46 year old man with a visual impairment is looking for a personal assistant, to go to the gym, visit the local area and explore new places, widen horizons and look at other opportunities around Music and Adventure.

Hours:

• The post is initially 9 hours a week and happy for this support to be flexible over 2-3 days. 5.6 weeks paid holiday

Wage:

• Starting wage during trail period is £12.71, which will be reviewed after initial 3 month probationary period

Duties will include:

• Maintaining Safety in the environment.
• Support to look at opportunities that may be of interest, promoting independence.

Applicants must be:

• Reliable
• Trustworthy
• Honest
• Good communicator
• Able to listen and relay information
• Car driver with own vehicle preferable but not essential

 

Opportunities for free training will be given All successful applicants will undergo references and an enhanced DBS check.

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Female Personal Assistant Job reference 4347

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Area: Darlington

A young person is looking for a PA to support her to increase her confidence, communication skills, and independence and to access the community.   

The young person enjoys day trips, going shopping, cooking, crafts, coffee shops, cinema and going for walks.  The PA would encourage young person to look for new activities to help her to access these.

The young person enjoys day trips, going shopping, cooking, crafts, coffee shops, cinema and going for walks. The PA will also support with independence and life skills within home and the community e.g. clothes shopping, road safety, travel training, administration, attending appointments, cooking, cleaning, administration, using appliances, navigating directions, understanding instructions.

Rate of Pay: £12.71 per hour

Hours: 9 hours per week.    

For example, termtime these would typically be:

Tuesday evening (6-9)

Transport from College x 3 days (plus making tea / going to the shops)
Weekends

Overnight stays available on an ad-hoc basis.

Employer would like flexibility with hours, as hours are likely to change using half term holidays.

Essential Criteria:  Well organised, good communicator, fun, patient, kind, reliable and supportive.  Ability to be resourceful, confident and encouraging.   Driver with access to own transport. 

Desirable Criteria: Experience working with SEN / autism and sensory issues.

Female applicants only permitted under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

The successful applicant may be subject to DBS and reference checks.

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Female Personal Assistant Job reference 4347

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Area: Darlington

A young person is looking for a PA to support her to increase her confidence, communication skills, independence and to look for and access new activities within the community.   

The young person enjoys day trips, going shopping, cooking, crafts, coffee shops, cinema, swimming and going for walks. The PA will also support with independence and life skills within home and the community, clothes shopping, road safety, travel training, administration, attending appointments, cooking, cleaning, administration, using appliances, navigating directions.

Rate of Pay:

£12.71 per hour

 

Hours:

9 hours per week.    

 

Current hours include:

• Tuesday 6pm-9pm. Weekends and pickups from college.
• Overnight stays may be available on ad-hoc basis.
• Employer would like flexibility with hours in line with changes in young person’s schedule.

Essential Criteria:  

• Well organised
• Good communicator
• Fun
• Patient
• Kind
• Reliable and supportive
• Ability to be resourceful, confident and encouraging
• Driver with access to own transport. 

 

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience working with SEN / autism and sensory issues.

 

Female applicants only permitted under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

The successful applicant may be subject to DBS and reference checks.

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Female Personal Assistant Job Reference 518

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Area: College/West End, Darlington

Description: Female support worker needed to help a disabled person to live independently and continue to work and engage in daily life.

 

Hours: Working as part of a team, evenings (5:45pm – 9pm)  and alternate weekends  (9 am – 2pm + bed visit)  hours available with some flexibility to cover holidays preferred.

Wages: £12.71 per hour

Duties will include: Personal care, meal preparation, domestic duties and social activities.

 

Applicants must be: Caring, reliable and trustworthy. Experience with personal care preferred but not essential.

Full training will be provided.

 

All successful applicants will undergo references and an enhanced DBS check.

Female applicants only Permitted under Schedule 9,part 1 of the Equality Act 2010

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Personal Assistant - Job Reference 11344

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Personal Assistant Required – Supporting a Young Person

Location: Darlington
Hours: 3 hours per week – term-time and/or school holidays
Pay: £12.71 per hour, mileage and expenses paid by the family 

The family are looking for a kind, reliable, and patient Personal Assistant to support a 16-year-old autistic young person at home and out in the community.

He is non-verbal, very active, and needs 1:1 support at all times. He thrives in a calm, low-stimulation environment with clear routines. He wears nappies and requires full personal care.

He loves being outdoors, visiting parks and soft play centres, and these activities are an important part of his day. As he has limited awareness of danger and can run off, you’ll need to be alert and attentive at all times.

At times when he becomes dysregulated, he may hit out. You’ll be supported with clear guidance and strategies from the family, so confidence, patience, and a calm approach are key.

 

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing 1:1 support at home and out in the community
• Supporting trips to parks, soft play, and other suitable activities
• Keeping him safe at all times
• Helping with personal care, including nappy changes
• Creating a calm, structured environment
• Supporting routines and activities
• Managing behaviours calmly and consistently

This role would suit someone who is:

• Patient, calm, and understanding
• Energetic and physically fit
• Confident supporting someone with additional needs
• Experienced with autism or complex needs (helpful but not essential)
• A driver with a full UK driving licence

Training can be provided, and mileage will be reimbursed if your own vehicle is used.
An enhanced DBS check is required and will be paid for by the employer.
Appointment subject to satisfactory references.

This role is ideal for someone working in or interested in care, education, youth work, or support roles.

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Personal Assistant - Job Reference 11537

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Personal Assistant Required – Darlington 

We are looking for a kind, patient, and reliable Personal Assistant to support a 17-year-old young woman with autism in the Darlington area. 

She has a heart of gold and is caring and affectionate. She enjoys Hello Kitty, Manga, Jellycat, crafting, shopping, and keeping active. At times she can feel anxious, become easily distracted, and may need calm, reassuring support to help her feel safe and confident. 

This role would suit someone understanding, flexible, and able to build trust over time. 

 

Hours 

• 4 hours per week (term time)  
• 8 hours per week (college holidays)  

Rate of Pay 

• £12.71 per hour  

Duties Include 

• Supporting access to the community  
• Accompanying to the gym  
• Supporting shopping trips  
• Supporting with crafts and hobbies  

About You 

You should be: 

• Familiar with autism  
• Patient and understanding  
• Reliable and punctual  
• Trustworthy and honest  
• Flexible in your approach  
• Organised and able to use initiative  
• A good communicator  
• Able to maintain confidentiality  
• Additional Information 

Due to past experiences, building trust may take time. Clear and supportive communication is important, as speech may sometimes be difficult to understand — you may need to repeat back for clarification. 

All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide references. 

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Personal Assistant - Job Reference 447

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Job Type: Darlington (PA's) 447

 

Do you like arts and crafts?

Do you like to support people to be as independent as they can and ensure they have full choice and control?

Do you want to make a difference to a person’s life?

Are your answers yes to these? Then this could be the opportunity for you...

A friendly, bright, lady in the Winfield area of Darlington, who enjoys arts and crafts is looking for a personal assistant to support her in her home and to access the community.

Duties are:

• To provide support with personal care (wash hair)
• Supervise medication
• Meal preparation
• Light domestic duties. 

Hours: 

Monday - Friday, except bank holidays for 16.5 hours per week (4 hour block session once a week to support to go to local hospice).

The employer is happy for this to be a job share, if a suitable candite cannot fulfil all the hours.

 Rate:

National minimum wage requirement for trial period only, if successful after trial period an increase to £13.00 per hour. Mileage plus any expenses will be paid by the employer with prior agreement.

Essential: 

The P.A must be caring reliable, trustworthy and compassionate. DBS check is a must but will be paid for by the employer.

Preferable: 

A driver preferred but not essential. No previous experience is necessary, full training would be given.

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Personal Assistant - Job Reference 7472

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Support Worker needed - Wednesday Afternoons 

 

Darlington – Springfield area

Looking for a rewarding weekly role where you can make a real difference?

A support worker is needed to support a person every Wednesday afternoon. This is a permanent weekly position for 3 hours, starting at 1pm.

About the role

You will support the person to collect their shopping from local shops and then help them to plan meals for the week. Mileage will be paid by the person. This is a great opportunity for someone who is friendly, reliable and enjoys helping others build confidence and independence.

What we’re looking for

• Someone friendly, patient and reliable.
• Someone who can offer practical support with shopping and meal planning.
• Someone who is happy to provide regular weekly support on a Wednesday afternoon.
• A driver is preferred, as the role involves going to local shops.

Apply now for this amazing opportunity to provide practical, friendly support each week.

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Personal Assistant - Job Reference 9843

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Personal Assistant (PA) – Support for 6-Year-Old Boy

Darlington | £13.50 per hour | 16 hours per week

We are looking for a kind, reliable and enthusiastic Personal Assistant (PA) to support our lovely 6-year-old son.

The role will mainly be based within our family home, supporting him with his evening and bedtime routines, with occasional outings and activities.

We are looking for someone who will actively engage with him and the things he enjoys, rather than simply supervise him. The ideal person will be happy to get involved in his activities, encourage him, keep him safe and help him have fun.

Hours

16 hours per week, worked flexibly:

• Saturday: 9am–1pm
• Two evenings per week: days to be agreed, with flexibility around the family's needs

The role will include:

• Supporting him with his evening and bedtime routines
• Keeping him safe and providing appropriate supervision
• Playing with him and taking part in activities he enjoys
• Encouraging and supporting his interests
• Supporting him to develop confidence and independence
• Occasionally accompanying him on outings and activities
• Building a positive and trusting relationship with him
• Working closely with the family to provide consistent support
• Being attentive and fully engaged with him throughout your working time

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and trustworthy
• Reliable and dependable
• Proactive and a self-starter
• Fun and enthusiastic, with a genuine interest in working with children
• Able to use their own initiative
• Someone who will get involved and join in with play and activities
• Calm and patient
• Able to build a positive relationship with our son and gain his trust

Previous experience of supporting children or working in care is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided for the right person.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone with the right attitude, personality and commitment who will genuinely enjoy spending time with our son and supporting him to do the things he loves.

Pay & other information

• £13.50 per hour
• 16 hours per week
• Part-time position
• Full training provided
• Enhanced DBS check required
• References will be required
• Holiday entitlement provided in accordance with employment regulations

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and would like to make a real difference to a child's day-to-day life.

 

If you are caring, reliable, proactive and think you would be a good fit for our family, we would love to hear from you.

 

All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide references. 

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Personal Assistant - Job Reference 9997

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

🌟 Personal Assistant – Care & Support | Darlington

£12.71 per hour | 13.5 hours per week | No weekend work

I am looking for a kind, patient and reliable Personal Assistant (PA) to join me and provide practical care and support in my home and when I’m out and about.

I’m a happy-go-lucky person who finds it easy to get along with people. I am a full-time wheelchair user and really enjoy getting out, staying active and maintaining as much independence and choice as possible.

I’m looking for someone who can support me with my day-to-day life while also helping me to continue doing the things I enjoy.

💙 What your role will involve

My PA will provide a mixture of personal care, household support and help with getting out and about, including:

• Supporting me with my morning personal care, including help with showering and getting dressed.
• Preparing my breakfast and helping me take it through to the lounge.
• Preparing lunch and dinner and leaving meals somewhere accessible for me.
• Helping with laundry, washing up, light cleaning and general tidying.
• Putting the bins out once a week.
• Supporting me to get out and about and make use of public transport.
• Helping me to visit my sister’s grave once a week, something that is important to me.
• Providing friendly company and conversation while respecting my independence and choices.

🌈 The person I’m looking for

The right person will be kind, patient, helpful and approachable.

Most importantly, I would like someone who will take the time to get to know me, listen to what I want and work with me to make sure my care and support fits around my life, my choices and my routines.

I’m looking for someone who is comfortable having open conversations about how I would like my support to look and who understands that being a PA is about much more than simply completing tasks — it’s about helping me to live my life as independently as possible.

If you are friendly, caring and enjoy making a genuine difference to someone’s day, I would love to hear from you.

🕐 Hours

13.5 hours per week

• Monday: 9am–10am
• Tuesday: 3 hours, starting at 9am
• Wednesday: 5.5 hours, starting at 9am
• Thursday: 3 hours, starting at 9am
• Friday: 9am–10am
• Weekends: No weekend work required

Hours are flexible and negotiable, so do not be put off if they currently don’t work for you but you love the sound of my advert, I would be keen to meet you and discuss the hours further to see how best you could support me.

💷 Pay: £12.71 per hour

📍 Location: Darlington

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Personal Assistant – Job Reference 11911

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

PA Reference: 11911 | £12.75 per hour | 22.75 hours per week

Are you a kind, caring and reliable person who enjoys helping others and making a real difference to someone's day?

A lovely lady living in Darlington is looking for a Personal Assistant (PA) to provide support in her own home and help her remain independent, comfortable and able to enjoy her everyday life.

This is a varied and rewarding role, and we're looking for someone who is young at heart, friendly, approachable and has a good sense of humour. Most importantly, you should be someone who enjoys building a genuine relationship with the person you support.

What will you be doing?

The role will involve providing practical and personal support within her home, including:

· Helping with household tasks, such as laundry, tidying and light cleaning

· Supporting her with getting dressed and preparing for the day

· Providing assistance with medication

· Helping with walking her dog and other aspects of caring for her much-loved pet

· Offering companionship

· Helping her with everyday tasks and activities around the home

· Encouraging and supporting her to remain as independent as possible

· Being there to provide a friendly face, a helping hand and a little bit of company throughout the day

Calling all dog lovers!

A genuine love of dogs is important for this role, as she has a very friendly French Bulldog who is an important part of her life.

You don't need to be an expert dog handler, but you should be comfortable around dogs and happy to help with walks and general care.

What kind of person are we looking for?

We're looking for someone who is:

· Caring, patient and compassionate

· Reliable and trustworthy

· Friendly and easy-going

· Young at heart and enjoys having a laugh

· Happy to get involved with different activities and day-to-day tasks

· Respectful of someone's home, routines and independence

· Comfortable providing both practical and personal support

· A dog lover who will enjoy having a four-legged companion around!

Experience as a PA or carer can be helpful, but what's most important is that you have the right attitude and personality and genuinely want to make a positive difference.

Flexible working hours

There are 22.75 hours available per week, and the hours are very flexible, making this a great opportunity for someone looking for a role that can fit around their existing commitments.

Pay: £12.71 per hour Hours: 22.75 hours per week Location: Darlington (Whinfield area) PA Reference: 11911

If you're looking for a rewarding role where no two days are quite the same, and you'd love to support someone in their own home while enjoying the company of a very friendly French Bulldog, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

If you're caring, dependable, young at heart and ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

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Personal Assistant – Ref: 3247

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Location: Darlington
Rate of Pay: £14.00 per hour
Hours 8 hours per week Saturday and Sunday (flexible – discussed at interview)

About the Person You Will Support

A friendly, sociable wheelchair‑using gentleman in Darlington is looking for a Personal Assistant who can help him stay active, organised, and engaged in the community. He is passionate about directing his own support and enjoys a lively, sociable lifestyle.

He is:

• A huge Leeds United fan and a season ticket holder, wanting support to attend Leeds home games
• A regular bowls player at his local club
• Happy to enjoy the occasional visit to the pub
• Very chatty, sociable, and enjoys conversation
• Someone with impaired memory, who benefits from help to stay organised
• The owner of an adapted vehicle that the PA can use
• Fully able and very motivated to direct his own support
• Someone who would benefit from support with meal preparation and cooking

He needs someone who isn’t afraid to get involved, is proactive, and can support him in maintaining an active, organised, and fulfilling lifestyle.

Main Duties

• Supporting him to attend Leeds United home matches
• Accompanying him to bowls, swimming, pub visits, and social/community activities
• Helping him stay organised day‑to‑day due to memory impairment
• Providing support with meal preparation and cooking
• Supporting independence, confidence, and social engagement
• Driving to activities and appointments (mileage paid; adapted vehicle available)

Important Note

• No personal care is required in this role

Essential Requirements

• Driver (adapted vehicle also available)
• Able to cook and support with preparing meals
• Sociable, friendly, and comfortable engaging in conversation
• Someone proactive and confident getting involved
• Reliable, respectful, and committed to person‑centred support
• Able to support someone who actively directs his own care

Additional Information

This role is subject to:

• A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check
• Suitable references

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Personal Assistant – Temporary Maternity Cover (Female Only) Ref 2754

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

£12.71 per hour | up to 12 hours per week | Flexible working | Some weekend availability

Job Reference number 2754

A family are looking for a kind, patient and trustworthy Personal Assistant to support a young girl. This is a rewarding, hands‑on role where you’ll become part of everyday family life, helping her thrive, feel safe, and enjoy the things she loves.

£12.71 per hour

About the Role

The young girl you’ll be supporting enjoys music, lights, sensory activities and spending time with people who genuinely enjoy being around children. You’ll be shown by her and her family how best to communicate with her and how to understand her needs—your support will grow naturally as you learn together.

As the weather improves, there’ll be more opportunities to get out and about for family activities.

Your Responsibilities:

• Training will be provided for all tasks, which include:
• Supporting with medication
• Epilepsy care
• Following a feeding regime
• Support with a bedtime routine
• Using a hoist and safe moving & handling
• Helping with hair plaiting or painting nails if she fancies it

The family are looking for a person who is:

• Warm, caring and non‑judgemental
• Patient and a good listener
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Comfortable and enjoys working closely with children and families
• Willing to learn and follow guidance

An Enhanced DBS and references will be required.

Hours & Flexibility

• Up to 12 hours per week (Monday–Friday, outside school hours)
• There will be some school pick‑up’s needed at 3:15pm
• Days can be flexible, to be agreed with the family
• Occasional weekend support may be needed

Female applicants only permitted under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

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Personal Assistant Job Reference 11164

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Personal Assistant Job Reference 11164

Job Type: Darlington (PA’s)

Description: 

We are looking for a Personal Assistant for a very daring young boy, aged 12. He is quite the dare devil in his spare time with his family, enjoying motor cross and going to the bike track. He enjoys being outdoors and enjoying the fresh air, most of the time.

Meeting a new person can be daunting and he takes some time to warm up to a person, we would like this to be as smooth and stress free for him as possible, therefore meeting him outdoor spaces would be best. Are you able and comfortable with indirect communication, not asking lots of questions and talking as this is not a communication method he is comfortable with.

Duties will include:

• Going out different places
• Creating fun things to do
• Enjoying the community
• Building confidence

Rate of Pay: 

• £12.71 per hour

Hours: 

2 hours per week

Days and times to be confirmed with the employer.

The hours may increase when the support has started.

About you:

You must be…

• Kind
• Caring
• Patient
• Reliable
• Fun
• Punctual
• Have excellent communication skills
• Able to learn on the job
• Have initiative
•  Able to create fun activities
• A driver with access to their own vehicle would be preferred but not essential

All successful applicants will undergo interview, references and an enhanced DBS check. 

If you are interested in working with our boy and you think you have the patience and nature to be able to fulfil the role in the best way, please apply and speak with Charlotte @ D.A.D for any more information Charlotte.ward@darlingtondisability.org

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Personal Assistant Job Reference 341

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Personal Assistant Vacancy – Darlington

We are seeking a reliable, compassionate and professional Personal Assistant to provide support to a gentleman with a neurological condition in his day-to-day life.

Location: Darlington Hours: 12 hours per week Working days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Working hours: 9:00am–1:00pm Rate of pay: £12.71 per hour, rising to £13.50 per hour following a successful trial period

Additional hours may be available at short notice for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will provide practical and personal support, including:

• Assisting with medication and drinks
• Preparing and cooking meals
• Supporting with eating and drinking
• Providing personal care
• Assisting with transfers using a ceiling hoist; full training will be provided
• Accompanying and driving to appointments when required (Adapted Vehicle provided
• Providing general support to help maintain independence and quality of life

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will be:

• Kind, patient, dependable and respectful
• Reliable, flexible and able to adapt to changing needs
• Able to maintain confidentiality and respect privacy at all times
• Comfortable providing personal care
• Physically able to support moving and handling requirements
• Positive, flexible and supportive within a family home environment
• A non-smoker
• Comfortable around a small, friendly dog
• In possession of a full, clean UK driving licence

Previous care experience is desirable but not essential. Full guidance, training and support will be provided to help the successful candidate settle confidently into the role.

Please get in touch for further information or to apply.

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Personal Assistant Job Reference 4263

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

AREA: Darlington

Description:

A family is looking to recruit 2 Personal Assistants to work on a 1:1 basis with each of their two sons aged 11 and 13 who both have a range of complex needs.

 

Hours:

• Term Time - 6 hours per weekend
• School Holidays - 12 hours per week

We are seeking 6 hours support per week, per child each weekend with flexibility regarding whether this support is provided on a Saturday or Sunday. During School Holidays, the support will increase to 12 hours of support provided over 2 days, again with flexibility.

Wage:

• £12.71 per hour

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Support the child to access the community safely and confidently, including parks, leisure activities, shops and other public spaces – gradually building up these experiences.
• Provide personal care, including toileting, changing, and hygiene needs
• To implement communication strategies (e.g. visual supports).
• Support regulation and sensory needs using appropriate strategies and calming techniques.
• Always ensure safety and supervision, especially in relation to pica and behavioural & safety risks.
• Engage the child in play, activities and learning opportunities, both indoors and outdoors.
• Follow care plans as directed by the family and professionals, examples: assistance with dressing, bathing, personal care, attending social activities, shopping, housework

Essential Criteria:

• Previous experience supporting children or young adults with complex needs.
• Consistent and reliable
• Punctual with good time management
• Full, Clean Driving Licence
• Experience with children and/or young adults with ASD
• Experience with children and/or young adults with ADHD
• Experience with children and/or young adults with incontinence care and personal care tasks
• Experience with children and/or young adults with severe learning disabilities
• Experience with children and/or young adults with challenging behaviours
• Experience with children and/or young adults with sensory processing needs
• Experience with children and/or young adults with challenging behaviours including Positive Behaviour Support
• Experience with children and/or young adults with awareness and management of PICA (eating non-food items)
• Training in de-escalation

Please note, you will need to be willing to undertake training within this role.

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Personal Assistant Job Reference 657

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Personal Assistant (PA) – Heighington/School Aycliffe, Darlington

£12.71 per hour | Up to 9 hours per week

Are you a caring, reliable and patient person looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference?

We are looking for a Personal Assistant (PA) to support a friendly lady with learning difficulties to live independently and enjoy the activities she loves. A mature, understanding approach is preferred along with somebody who lives locally would be preferred, due to changing appointments and schedules.

About the Role

You'll be supporting her both at home and in the local community, helping her take part in the hobbies and activities she enjoys, including:

• Arts and crafts
• Cooking and baking
• Learning new skills
• Gentle walks
• Watching classic cowboy films

You'll also provide support to attend appointments and encourage her to enjoy an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Mileage will be paid for the use of your own vehicle.

We're Looking for Someone Who Is:

• Reliable and dependable
• Patient, kind and understanding
• Trustworthy and respectful
• A driver with their own vehicle
• Able to build a positive, supportive relationship

Hours

• Up to 9 hours per week
• Afternoon support required
• Some overnight support included
• Days and times will be agreed with the employer

Pay

£12.71 per hour

Additional Information

This post is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can have a positive impact on someone's everyday life, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online for Personal Assistant Job Reference 657

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Personal Assistant Job Reference Number 1636

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

A reliable, warm, and patient person is needed to work as a Personal Assistant, providing support to an 18-year-old young person who enjoys keeping busy and making the most of each day.

This role would suit someone who enjoys an active lifestyle and spending time out in the community. The young person enjoys going to the gym and swimming, and would value support from someone who can accompany them, encourage participation, and share in these activities. Having similar interests would be an advantage.

Interests and hobbies include gaming on an Xbox, especially Sonic and Mario, as well as using a Nintendo Switch. Support from someone who shares an interest in gaming would be welcomed. There is also a keen interest in trains, so ideas for travel and opportunities to see trains would be greatly enjoyed.

As the young person currently attends college, support would need to be arranged outside of these hours (9am–5pm, Monday to Friday). There is flexibility at other times. Transport is available if needed, and they are also happy to use local public transport.

The support currently available is for 3 hours per week, with weekends and early evenings being the most suitable times.

The starting wages would be £12.71 an hour, however following the probationary period this would be reviewed.

Location – Darlington

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

1. Supporting access to activities and enjoyable days out
2. Helping to promote safety and wellbeing at all times
3. Supporting planning for days out and exploring local events and opportunities
4. Encouraging confidence, independence, and community involvement

The successful applicant will undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references.

Apply online for Personal Assistant Job Reference Number 1636

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Personal Assistant Job Reference Number 592/549

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Make a Difference as a Personal Assistant

Are you a kind, reliable, and caring person looking for a rewarding weekend role? We’re looking for a Personal Assistant to support two gentlemen in their home and out in the community, helping them live independently and comfortably.

 Working Hours - 12 hours per week

Weekend work - Flexible hours available (to be discussed at interview)

 Pay Rate - £12.71 per hour

 Your Role Will Include

• Providing personal care with dignity and respect
• Preparing tasty, nutritious meals
• Helping organise and attend appointments
• Supporting with light household tasks
• Offering companionship and encouragement

 What We’re Looking For

• You don’t need previous experience — just the right attitude!
• We’d love to hear from you if you are:
• Kind, patient, and trustworthy
• Reliable and committed
• Passionate about person-centred support

      Full training provided
      A chance to truly make a difference
      A supportive and rewarding role

The successful applicant will undergo references and an enhanced DBS check

Apply online for Personal Assistant Job Reference Number 592/549

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Personal Assistant Job Reference Number 8797

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Area - Haughton in Darlington

Description: A young Female Adult is looking for a bubbly Personal Assistant to support her to go to the gym, go out and about in the community to do shopping and around hobbies and interest

Hours –.4 hours a week Times and days of support to be discussed at interview

Wage: £12.71 per hour (mileage will be paid at 45p per mile direct from the employer).

Duties will include: Being supportive and encouraging in going to the gym and also around trying new activities.

Applicants must be: Caring, responsible, reliable, be able to show initiative and have knowledge and understanding of Autism would be beneficial.

A Car driver would be preferred with access to their own vehicle.

All successful applicants will undergo references and an enhanced DBS check.

Apply online for Personal Assistant Job Reference Number 8797

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Personal Assistant Job Reference 5626 

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Personal Assistant – Job Reference 5626

📍 Location: Darlington
⏰ Hours: 17.5 hours per week, Monday–Saturday mornings
💷 Pay: £13 per hour

About the Role

A gentleman in Darlington is looking for a reliable, caring and patient Personal Assistant to support him with everyday household tasks, personal care and managing his physical health needs.

He enjoys getting out and about in the community. Due to reduced mobility, he uses a power chair, so the role will also involve supporting him when out in the community and attending medical appointments.

Duties Include

• Supporting with some personal hygiene and dressing.
• Helping to manage a skin condition, including washing, changing dressings and applying prescribed creams.
• Helping with household tasks and laundry.
• Supporting the gentleman when going out in the community.
• Accompanying him to medical appointments when required.
• Providing friendly, respectful and person-centred support.

About You

The ideal applicant will be:

• Patient, caring and understanding.
• Honest and reliable.
• Respectful of privacy, dignity and independence.
• Comfortable providing personal care and practical support.
• A non-smoker is preferred.

Previous experience is helpful but not essential, as any required training will be arranged with the employer.

Hours & Pay

17.5 hours per week, Monday to Saturday mornings.
Exact working times will be discussed and agreed with the employer.

💷 £13 per hour

Additional Information

Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable references.

All necessary training will be arranged with the employer.

If you are a patient, dependable and caring person who would enjoy making a positive difference to someone's day-to-day life, this could be a rewarding opportunity for you.

Apply online for Personal Assistant Job Reference 5626 

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Personal Assistant ref 543 – Part-Time

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

£13.50 per hour | 8 hours per week

We are looking for a reliable, trustworthy, friendly and conscientious Personal Assistant to provide regular support with general household tasks. This is a part-time position for 8 hours per week, ideally split over 2 days of 4 hours, with the days arranged flexibly from Monday to Friday. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, is organised and dependable, and is happy to help with a variety of tasks around the home.

The role

The main purpose of the role is to provide practical household support and help keep the home clean, tidy, organised and running smoothly.

Duties may include:

· Hoovering and general cleaning

· Dusting and wiping surfaces

· Cleaning bathrooms and kitchen areas

· Mopping floors

· Ironing and folding clothes

· Keeping rooms tidy and organised

· Changing bed linen when required

· General household organisation

· Putting things away and maintaining a tidy home

· Helping with occasional household tasks or errands

· Other reasonable general tasks and assistance as required

The duties may vary from week to week depending on what is needed, so we are looking for someone who is flexible and willing to help with different tasks.

About you

The successful person will ideally be:

· Reliable and punctual

· Trustworthy and respectful

· Friendly, polite and approachable

· Organised and able to manage their time well

· Someone who takes pride in doing a job properly

· Happy to work independently and use their initiative

· Practical and willing to help where needed

· Careful and respectful of the home and personal belongings

· Consistent and dependable

Previous experience in housekeeping, cleaning, personal assistance or a similar role would be an advantage, but it is not essential. The most important things are having a good attitude, being reliable and taking pride in your work.

Hours & Pay

Hours: 8 hours per week Days: 2 days per week, 4 hours per day Availability: Monday–Friday, flexible days Rate of pay: £13.50 per hour

The exact days and times can be discussed and agreed with the successful applicant.

We are looking for someone who would like to provide regular, reliable support and become a trusted part of the household.

If you are dependable, friendly and take pride in your work, we would love to hear from you.

Apply online for Personal Assistant ref 543 – Part-Time

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Personal Assistant Required – Darlington 6938 (BANK STAFF)

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

We are looking for a kind, patient, enthusiastic and reliable Personal Assistant to support a 16-year-old boy in Darlington for 4 hours every Sunday, from 12:30pm until 4:30pm.

He is a cheeky, fun-loving and energetic young man with a fantastic sense of humour. He enjoys having fun, being active and, most of all, getting outdoors and spending time around animals.

The support is in place to help him build confidence, develop his independence and enjoy being out and about safely. The role will involve providing appropriate support and guidance while he takes part in activities that he enjoys and experiences new things.

He does have some behaviours that require support, so someone with previous experience of supporting children or young people with behaviours that require additional support would be an advantage. The right person will need to be calm, patient and consistent, while also being able to recognise his individual needs and help him have a positive experience.

About the role

The successful PA will support him to:

• Enjoy outdoor activities and days out
• Spend time around animals, which is one of his favourite things
• Develop his confidence and independence
• Enjoy new experiences in a safe and supported way
• Follow appropriate routines and boundaries
• Manage situations where he may become overwhelmed or display behaviours that require support
• Have fun, be active and make the most of his Sunday afternoons
• Develop his ability to navigate everyday situations safely while out and about

You will need to be someone who can build a trusting relationship with him, communicate well and encourage him in a positive and respectful way. A good sense of humour is definitely important, as he certainly has one himself!

Requirements

• Must be a driver and have access to a suitable vehicle
• Experience supporting young people with behaviours that require additional support is desirable
• Medication administration training is required
• Anaphylaxis training is required
• Training can be provided for the right person

Hours & Pay

Every Sunday

🕛 12:30pm – 4:30pm

⏰ 4 hours per week

💷 £13.50 per hour

This could be a really rewarding role for someone who enjoys working with young people, loves the outdoors and wants to make a genuine positive difference to a young person's life.

If you are reliable, caring, patient, fun, energetic and have a great sense of humour, we would love to hear from you.

Please get in touch for more information or to express your interest in the role.

All successful applicants will undergo references and an enhanced DBS check.

Apply online for Personal Assistant Required – Darlington 6938 (BANK STAFF)

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Personal Assistant Required – Heighington - Job Reference 11453

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Come and step into Georgie’s world!

We’re looking for a Personal Assistant for our happy, outdoors-loving 5-year-old boy, Georgie.

Georgie adores being outside, going to the supermarket, and watching Disney Pixar films—right now, Moana is his favourite! He’s full of joy, loves to stim, and has a trusting, affectionate nature. While he may not speak words, his love and connection say it all. Once you bond with Georgie, you’ll have a little best mate for life.

Hours

• Bank position - to cover holidays and sickness 

Rate of Pay

• £13 per hour

Duties Include

• Taking Georgie to his favourite places: soft play, walks, the supermarket
• Spending quality time at home watching Pixar films
• Supporting his happiness and routines

About You

You should be:

• Bubbly, outgoing, and fun-loving
• Patient, understanding, and reliable
• Trustworthy, honest, and flexible
• Organised, proactive, and a good communicator
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• A driver with access to your own vehicle

Additional Information

We’re looking for someone to genuinely join Georgie’s world, complement his life, and accept him for the incredible little boy he is.

Please note, this role is pick up and drop off is in Heighington. 

Could you be the special person we’re searching for?

 

Requirements: All successful applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check and provide references.

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