Darlington Association on Disability

Female Personal Assistant Job Reference 10584

Job Type: Redcar and Cleveland (PA's)

Job Type: Redcar and Cleveland (PA's)

Description:

We are recruiting 2 Personal Assistants for my 10-year-old son. We would describe our big lad as, a very happy, funny, loving and cheeky young man. He is very head strong and likes his routine, he enjoys watching TV, playing on his phone and buying his favourite drink Pepsi Max, which he collects, not to drink! He can be volatile at times so requires PA’s that have had previous experience with complex special needs and autism. He loves to access the park, go for walks and enjoys seeing things on drives out.  

Hours:

• 2 hours per week term time
• 4 hours per week school holidays
• Ideally the hours would be on a Saturday morning.

Wage: £12.21 per hour

Mileage and expenses to be paid by the family.

Duties will include:

• Initially supporting him at home to see how he works and what he likes to get up to
• Getting out into the community
• Walks to the park
• Drives out
• Personal care
• Support on a Saturday morning at the football pitch whilst sister plays football and mum can watch

Applicants must be:

• Patient
• Understanding
• Trustworthy
• Loving
• Personable
• Car driver, with their own vehicle
• Willing to undertake training
• Willing to undertake guidance from parents 

Desirable:

• Previous training de-escalation
• Previous experience with children with complex special needs
• Previous experience with children with autism

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 10584

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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 £12.21, 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, 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:

£12.21 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: £12.50 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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Female Personal Assistant Job Reference 5551 - Stockton

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Personal Assistant / Carer  

I am looking for a reliable, warm, and experienced Personal Assistant / Carer to support me. I am in my 60’s with a young outlook on life and enjoy keeping busy. My interests and hobbies include crafting, swimming, photography, and days out, so this role would suit someone who enjoys variety and being out and about as well as providing care at home. 

This is a mix of personal assistant and caring support, working in partnership to promote independence, dignity, and a full life. 

Hours 

16–20 hours per week 

• Flexibility is essential: hours remain the same each week, but days and times will vary week to week (these will always be discussed in advance and managed fairly and considerately) 

Location  

Based in Stockton 

• Support provided at home and in the community 

Wage

Starting at £16 per hour 

• Depending on experience and qualifications, this may be an immediate increase  
• Opportunity for increments and pay increases over time 

Key Requirements 

You must: 

• Have a mature, responsible attitude 
• Be patient, reliable, and self-sufficient 
• Be able to manage tasks independently when required and instructed  
• Present a smart and professional appearance, to suit what you are doing on the day, e.g. smarter appearance when accompanying to hospital appointments, this will be discussed further at interview.  
• Have experience as a Personal Assistant or in care work (further training and guidance can be provided, but experience is preferred) 
• Hold a full, clean driving licence and be a confident driver, must be willing to drive employer's vehicle 
• Have experience in personal care, including toileting 
• Be non-smoking / non-vaping 
• Like cats 🐾 

Duties Include 

• Personal care 
• Light domestic cleaning 
• Meal preparation, including batch cooking 
• Running errands (e.g. post office, collecting prescriptions) 
• Light shopping 
• Accompanying to hospital and other appointments 
• Supporting activities and days out 
• Support with household admin tasks such as assistance with filling in forms  

About the Working Relationship 

This role is suited to someone who sees themselves as a team player — someone who will work with the employer rather than for them, while also understanding and respecting professional boundaries within an employer–employee relationship. 

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Job Title: Personal Assistant 8369

Job Type: Redcar and Cleveland (PA's)

Domestic Assistant 8369

 Post code - TS Area  Redcar Loftus

 Description:

An intelligent and bright gentleman in the Loftus is looking for 2 Personal Assistants and a Domestic staff to support him Monday to Friday. support they can be some flexibility with this, of times and days per week.

Hours:

• Domestic support would be for 2 hours a week and include the general cleaning of his flat and changing his bedding.
• 11.5 hours a week (to be split between 2 Personal Assistants to support with Food Preparation, Correspondence, Social/Community visits, they can be some flexibility with this, of times and days per week

The Personal Assistants would they be expected to cover each other’s holidays, also cover sickness, if possible

Wage:

12.21

Duties will include:

Support around preparing weekly medication, receiving weekly food delivery, support with laundry, kitchen tasks, weekly cleaning of bathroom and kitchen. Changing bedding weekly and supporting the gentleman with making phone calls. Most of the role involves collaboration with the gentleman, as he struggles with some day-to-day activities and some tasks, he is unable to do when his carers are not present.

Additionally - a driving licence and access to a vehicle would be helpful, but not essential as the support could also include taking the gentleman to the local swimming pool and to local NHS appointments or similar.

 

Training - will be given by the employer so that PA’s can be clear on what support is needed. There will also be the opportunity to access training courses such as Safeguarding and Health and Safety if desired.  Experience of using a wheelchair would be useful btu not essential. Applicants must be: Honest, trustworthy and reliable

 

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

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Male Personal Assistant Required – Supporting a Young Person - Job reference 11440

Job Type: Redcar and Cleveland (PA's)

Location: Redcar / Marske area 
Hours: 5 hours per week (Saturdays, 12.30pm – 5.30pm) 
Pay: £12.21 per hour 

 

About M 

M is a 13-year-old teen who is very tall for his age and has a global developmental delay, therefore is not functioning at age 13. He also has Klinefelter syndrome and Autoimmune Hepatitis. M requires supervision in the community due to limited awareness of danger. 

He has a lovely sense of humour, enjoys watching YouTube, playing on his Nintendo Switch, swimming, and getting out and about. He loves hugs and can sometimes ask strangers for them, so keeping him safe is always the priority. M does not like heights or lifts. 

 

What you’ll be doing 

• Supporting M to take part in activities he enjoys (e.g., swimming, walking, McDonald’s trips, etc.) 
• Collecting him from his regular Saturday club 
• Ensuring his safety at all times 
• Supervising meals, as M may eat beyond feeling full 

 

This role would suit someone who is: 

• Patient, calm, honest, and understanding 
• Energetic and physically fit 
• A confident communicator 
• Experienced or comfortable supporting someone with additional needs 
• Friendly with a good sense of humour 
• Punctual and reliable 
• A driver with a full UK driving licence 

 

Desirable (not essential): 

• Some knowledge of Klinefelter syndrome 
• Some understanding of Autoimmune Hepatitis 
• Previous experience in support or care 

 

Additional Information 

• Full training can be provided 
• Mileage reimbursed if using your own vehicle 
• Enhanced DBS check required (paid for by employer)

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Personal Assistant (Bank) Job reference 11083

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

   Personal Assistant – Darlington (Ref: 11083) BANK STAFF

(Eastbourne Area)

£13.50 per hour | 6 hours per week | Tuesdays

Are you a caring, reliable, and cheerful person who enjoys helping others live comfortably at home?
We’re looking for a kind-hearted Personal Assistant to support a lovely, laid-back lady in Darlington who has a fantastic sense of humour and a love of country music and spending time in her garden. 🌻🎶

This is a rewarding part-time role where your support will truly make a difference to someone’s daily life.

About the Role

• Hours: Tuesdays Weekly, 6:00pm–7:30pm (with a scope for more)
• Pay: £13.50 per hour

You’ll be providing friendly and respectful support with:

• Personal care and bedtime routine
• Preparing light meals and snacks
• Administering medication
• Offering companionship and a helping hand

💛 What We’re Looking For

Essential qualities:

• Kind, patient, and trustworthy
• Reliable and committed
• Able to provide person-centred, compassionate care.

Desirable experience:

• Supporting disabled people
• Dementia awareness
• Moving & handling
  (Full training will be provided, so enthusiasm and the right attitude are what matter most!)

 Why Join Us?

• A warm and friendly working environment
• Consistent weekday hours — perfect for fitting around other commitments.
• The chance to build a genuine, supportive relationship with the person you assist.

Female applicants only, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
The successful candidate will be required to complete DBS and reference checks.

If you’re someone who enjoys a good chat, a bit of country music, and wants to make a real difference — we’d love to hear from you! 💬💖

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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 9626

Job Type: Redcar and Cleveland (PA's)

Could you be the person who helps make G’s week brighter?

We’re looking for a Personal Assistant for our 23‑year‑old son, G — a gentle, easy‑going young man who loves routine, new experiences, and getting out and about. He’s a fantastic listener, picks things up quickly, and brings a real calmness to those around him.

G loves weekly cinema trips, going to a social disco, days out, meals out, and his beloved drumming sessions — which sadly had to stop when he no longer had a PA. We’d love to restart these with your support.

Routine is important for G, so there are a few fixed weekly activities, but we also enjoy adding a bit of variety when we can. Sometimes you’ll collect G from his local centre, which he thoroughly enjoys.

G can be cautious around dogs and balloons, but don’t worry — we will give you plenty of support and guidance before you start working independently.

 

What you’ll be doing:

• Taking G out to places he enjoys
• Helping to create fun, engaging activities
• Weekly disco and cinema trips
• Meals out together
• Supporting his hobbies and confidence

 

Hours & Pay:

16 hours per week | £12.21 per hour

• Monday afternoon: Centre pickup + drumming
• Tuesday: 4pm–9pm – Disco evening
• Thursday: Flexible hours each week
• Saturday afternoon: Cinema & dinner outing

 

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• Kind, patient, caring and fun
• Reliable and punctual
• Good at communicating
• Willing to learn and use initiative
• Creative with activities
• A driver with your own vehicle

 

Enhanced DBS, references and interview required.

If this sounds like you, please get in touch — we’d love to talk.
📧 charlotte.ward@darlingtondisability.org

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Personal Assistant – Job Reference 11337

Job Type: Redcar and Cleveland (PA's)

Location: Recar

Hours: 18 hours per week (flexible)

Pay: £12.71 per hour

About the Role

We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to support a 20-year-old woman to live her life independently and enjoy the activities she loves.

She experiences social anxiety, so she would benefit from someone who is encouraging, confident, and supportive, helping her build confidence while getting out and about. Despite being shy at times, she is also a chatty, kind, and thoughtful person who enjoys good company.

This is a rewarding and varied role where you will become a trusted companion, helping someone gain confidence and enjoy new experiences. If you are encouraging, supportive, and enjoy helping others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Interests and Activities

She has a range of interests including:

• Photography, particularly trips to the moors or Saltburn to take photos
• Video games and collecting physical media
• Going out for coffee, lunch, and shopping trips

Part of the role will involve accompanying her on these outings and helping her feel confident and comfortable in different environments.

Working Hours

• 18 hours per week
• Usually Monday, Friday, and Saturday mornings
• Some flexibility may be required as times can occasionally change

Duties

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting her to take part in activities she enjoys
• Encouraging confidence and independence
• Being a positive, fun, and reassuring companion
• Accompanying her to appointments or job interviews
• Providing gentle support with getting up and starting the day

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:

• Patient and understanding
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Friendly, engaging, and approachable
• Confident and encouraging
• Resourceful and supportive
• A non-smoker
• A driver with access to their own vehicle
• Willing to undertake relevant training

Desirable Experience

• Experience supporting disabled individuals
• Experience working with people with ADHD

Why Join Us?

• The opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life
• A chance to build a meaningful, supportive relationship
• Valuable experience within social care and support work

Additional Information

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

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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: 

• £12.21 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 2215

Job Type: Redcar and Cleveland (PA's)

We are a family looking for caring reliable people who can provide care and support to a gorgeous, amazing 12 year old boy.

Do you want to gain experience and personal development in specialised care and have training opportunities?

Do you want to make a difference to a wonderful, loving, caring family?

Hours: 12 hour waking night shifts 9pm to 9am, also opportunity to cover holidays and sickness. Training will be provided.  

Wage: £14.33 and hour

Our son has a routine and following this ensures his safety and wellbeing, personal assistant tasks includes:

• Support to wash and shower using a hoist and to fully dress
• Use the hoist to support with getting ready for the day ahead, including support into the wheelchair
• Support with daily nebulisers, cough assist routine and daily limb stretches
• Hygiene is key therefore personal assistants follow a hygiene cleaning and maintenance rota to ensure our son is kept safe in the cleanest environment possible
• Seizure monitoring and administering emergency medication as per EHCP if needed (seizures currently under control and emergency meds not given regularly)
• Administering medication via peg overnight as per daily routine, dealing with all care and hygiene needs overnight, monitoring oxygen levels and ensuring Bi-pap mask is always worn correctly overnight
• It is important that our son feels safe and comfortable overnight in his sleep system, repositioning him and giving pain relief via peg as needed.

It is desirable that applicants should have a care background in paediatrics and/or have worked with children with complex needs (but not essential as training will be given).  You need to be honest, trustworthy, reliable, be a part of a team, and ensure that safety of a fantastic little boy.

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

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Personal Assistant Job Reference 358

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

About the Role:
A gentleman who lives in Darlington is looking for a caring, patient personal assistant/carer to provide support.  The gentleman needs calm, reassuring company and benefits from someone who understands his pace, needs and preferences. At times he can be a little set in his ways, but with empathy and a steady, supportive approach, you’ll find him a pleasure to work with.

Key Responsibilities:
• Providing support with daily routines
• Preparing meals (Sunday lunch and evening dinners)
• Assisting with changing into nightwear
• Offering companionship and reassurance
• Covering additional hours during annual leave when needed

Hours:
• Sunday morning until lunchtime
• Sunday evening (approx. 2 hours for dinner and bedtime routine)
• Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings (approx. 2 hours each)
• Around 12 hours per week, plus extra cover during holidays

Requirements:
• Kind, patient, and dependable
• Genuine passion for supporting older people
• Ability to use clear, patient communication that supports a person with hearing and sight loss

• Willing to learn what is important - routines, likes, and style of doing things, so support can feel familiar and personalised.
• Previous care experience is an advantage but not essential — the right attitude and compassion matter most

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

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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:

• £12.21 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)

Area:

Heighington. School Aycliffe.

Description: 

Support required for a lady with learning difficulties preferably someone with a mature attitude. The lady has varied interests – art and crafts, cooking, enjoys learning, small walks and cowboy films.

Duties: 

To support her with hobbies and interests within the home and out and about in the community also support to attend appointments. Mileage will be paid accordingly.

Applicants must:

• Be reliable
• Patient
• Trustworthy
• Able to drive with their own vehicle.

Rate: 

£12.21 per hour

Hours per week: 

• Up to 9 hours per week
• Support on an afternoon and to include some overnight support
• Times and days to be discussed with employer.

The post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references.

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Personal Assistant Job Reference – 10650

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Area: Darlington  

Description: I am 26 and looking to recruit a Female Personal Assistant.  

The perfect PA for me would be somebody who will understand that they are there to support me rather than mother me.  

I would like my PA to be patient, willing to learn about me and be the employee I need. I would also like my PA to be mindful and understand how things could affect me and how mental health can be different for everybody.  

I have tools in place that would help us learn about each other and during your probationary period, we would complete supervisions to talk about things going well and maybe not so well. There will be opportunities for training and various tasks throughout employment.  

I enjoy having a pamper, by getting out to get my nails, lashes and brows done. I also enjoy going for drives out, shopping and cooking, if you share the same enjoyments, we could be onto a winner! 

Hours:  14 hours per week 

This will be split on a rota basis with my other PA.  

Wage:  £12.21 per hour + mileage and expenses  

Duties will include:  

• Drives out to places of interest such as the beach 
• Support me getting to and from work on occasion  
• Weekly shopping  
• Going out to get my brows, lashes and nails done  
• Supporting me to attend some medical appointments and to collect medication  
• Light housework on occasion  
• Helping with food preparation  
• Baking and cooking together  
• Taking my dog for short walks  

Applicants must be:  

• A driver with access to their own vehicle  
• Familiar with mental health 
• Patient  
• Reliable  
• Maintain confidentiality  
• Flexible  
• Trustworthy  
• Punctual 
• Have excellent communication skills  
• Able to show initiative 
• Honest  
• Confident around dogs  
• Have a great sense of humour 
• Organised  

Please note, due to past experiences, this role will take some getting used to for us both and I will try my best to be open and honest with you about my feelings and what is working and not working well.  

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

All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check and references before commencing employment; all training needs will be arranged with the employer.

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Personal Assistant Job Reference – 4227

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Job Type: Darlington (PA's)

Area:  Middleton St George  

Description: Are you a caring person who wants to make a difference in a young person life? We are currently seeking to recruit a Support Worker to join our amazing team. We are looking for a warm and supportive female who can deliver person-centred care & support to Annie a bubbly, intelligent, sociable 20-year-old young lady who has physical disabilities. Annie has a full and varied life and is looking for someone with a great sense of fun.

 

Bank position approx. 10 hours per week on a zero-hour contract.

Wage: £12.21 per hour

            £14.50 per hour weekend rate

 

Duties will include Night shifts: You will be required to carry out Personal care/ showering, hoisting, dressing & staying overnight (bed available) to assist turning and making comfortable throughout the night as & when needed.

Day shifts will be supporting Annie to live her independent life, socialising, swimming, going to cinema, eating out, shopping, walking her dog. some light housework will be done throughout the week. 

 

Applicants must be: We are looking for someone who is committed and reliable and happy to work on a one-to-one basis with Annie, you must be female and a non-smoker, training in manual handling will be desirable but full training can 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 Number 276

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

Apply online for Personal Assistant Job Reference Number 276

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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 - £12.21 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: £12.21 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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