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Disability North Personal Assistant Recruitment North East, Castle Farm Road, Newcastle upon Tyne (2026)

14/05/2026

Location: Kenton, Newcastle upon Tyne

Hours: 6 hours (weekends included)

Pay: £14.20 per hour

A driver would be advantageous but not essential, you must be able to navigate the public transport systems.

About the Role

I am currently seeking a personal assistant to support me access the community and keep me safe whilst out, I have Epilepsy with various levels of seizures so you must be experienced in working with individuals with Epilepsy and be able to demonstrate your knowledge of seizure identification.

I currently reside with my parents, brother and nephew and I have two old English bulldogs, you must be an animal lover and not frightened of reptiles including snakes and spiders as I keep these as pets too. I do have episodes of depression on occasion.

Key Responsibilities

Personal Care Support

There are no personal care duties in this role, but I may require prompts or assistance after seizures.

Daily Living Support

Assistance with social activities and accessing the community.
I manage my own medication, but you must be able to identify my medications and what they are prescribed for.
Places I enjoy include, trips to Newcastle to go shopping or to visit my favourite restaurants, bowling, the beach in the warmer months but I do not like the sand, I prefer the arcades and Spanish City, I enjoy the cinema and enjoy a variety of film types, I do really enjoy a good comedy, and I enjoy crazy golf.
If I prefer to stay indoors, I enjoy gaming, listening to various music artists and watching TV, I love Mrs Brown’s Boys.

Mobility & Transport

Support to access and navigate public transport.
Full, clean UK driving licence is essential if you are a driver.

Who You Are

Physically fit – you must be fit enough to support my body weight and keep me safe.
Able to follow instructions carefully and work with sensitivity.
Respectful of boundaries and personal space.
You must have experience working with Adults with Epilepsy and understand Mental Health and how it can present.
Bubbly, happy, talkative and outgoing.
Naturally upbeat, positive, and compassionate.
Good at taking the initiative but also comfortable being guided from myself or my parents.
Responsible with strong attention to detail and vigilant always.

About Me (Kaitlin)

I am a very sociable young woman who enjoys my independence, my mum has been a great support, but I am ready to go solo and make my own adventures with the right person supporting me. I love shopping and going out for food, I love a good carbonara at the Italian restaurant. I am naturally a chatterbox and love a good chat about a wide range of topics, I enjoy laughing and having a good belly laugh, whether its about life in general or watching a good comedy together. My epilepsy can be quite severe at times, and I can have absent seizures where even I am unaware that they are happening, but there are tell tale signs that you must look out for. I communicate verbally well, however I do sometime have difficulty pronouncing words so you must be patient and strive to understand certain words I find difficult. I understand everything you say.

My PA must have a good sense of humour and be able to see the funny side of life, I am looking for a long-term PA who I can build a good rapport with and who I can enjoy being around. I must tell you I am a little bit of a Diva, but all the best people are! I would love to hear back from you to see if we could be a double trouble duet, and “Diva” together as we navigate through our adventures.

If this sounds like a role you’d enjoy and you think we’d be a good fit, please apply.

There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

PA Vacancy Female Personal Assistant – KAMNCL Location: Kenton, Newcastle upon Tyne Hours: 6 hours (weekends included) Pay: £14.20 per hour A driver would be advantageous but not essential, you must be able to navigate the public transport systems. About the Role I am currently seeking a perso...

14/05/2026

Reporting to: Direct Payment Employer

Location: Byker, Newcastle Upon Tyne.

Hours of work: Holiday cover 6 weeks per year.

Rate of pay: £13.80 per hour

Hello, I'm Louise. I live with my wife and our cat, Roy Rodgers, so a love for cats is essential! We’re looking for a kind-hearted, open-minded Personal Assistant who understand neurodivergence and is eager to learn and adapt.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys good conversation, and shares a few of my interests. My day-to-day needs vary, and support can range from practical assistance to simply sharing a cuppa and a chat.

Responsibilities:

Physical Assistance & General Support – Help with daily tasks, errands, and any required physical support.
Meal Preparation & Housekeeping – Assist with cooking, cleaning, and general household upkeep.
Shared Interests and Connection – I enjoy knitting, reading, watching TV, tabletop role-playing games (especially Dungeons & Dragons), music (all kinds!), and keyboards. Ideally, you share some of these interests or are open to learning about them.

Qualities We Value:

Cat Lover – Roy Rodgers is family, so you must enjoy spending time with cats.
Open Mind toward Neurodivergence and LGBTQ+ – A willingness to understand neurodiversity and support an LGBTQ+ friendly household.
Curiosity and Flexibility – No one has all the answers, so a desire to grow and learn is important.

If you're looking to work in a supportive, welcoming environment and bring your kindness and curiosity with you, please reach out. Let’s see if we’re a good fit for each other.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

PA Vacancy Personal Assistant – RAVNCL Reporting to: Direct Payment Employer Location: Byker, Newcastle Upon Tyne. Hours of work: Holiday cover 6 weeks per year. Rate of pay: £13.80 per hour Hello, I’m Louise. I live with my wife and our cat, Roy Rodgers, so a love for cats is essential! We....

14/05/2026

Female Support Worker Wanted – North Shields (Newcastle FC fan welcome!)

Location: North Shields, North Tyneside
Hours: 16 hours per week (including weekends)
Pay: £13.50 per hour

Are you caring, reliable and up for a role that actually makes someone’s day? We’re looking for a Support Worker to help a lovely lady in North Shields with her daily routine and to get out into the community.

About the role

You’ll be helping with everyday activities such as:

Getting up in the morning
Supporting with admin tasks
Assistance with toileting and showering
Helping with an ankle brace and getting dressed
Making breakfast
Light housework
Supporting community access — appointments, shopping, local trips

And yes… you’ll probably be the person she cheers on Newcastle United with!

Who would be a great fit?

We’re looking for someone who:

Is reliable, caring and motivated
Doesn’t mind a chat about Newcastle FC (bonus if you’re a fan!)
Has access to a car — the lady uses a manual wheelchair
Enjoys helping people stay independent and positive
Can work 16 hours per week, including weekends

There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

PA Vacancy Female Support Worker – JPNT Female Support Worker Wanted – North Shields (Newcastle FC fan welcome!) Location: North Shields, North Tyneside Hours: 16 hours per week (including weekends) Pay: £13.50 per hour Are you caring, reliable and up for a role that actually makes someone.....

14/05/2026

Hours: 9 hours per week term time & 16 hours per week school holidays, flexibility required, weekend work included (shift patterns to be discussed and this can be a shared post)

Area: High Heaton area, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Rate: £13.50 per hour

We are currently looking to recruit a female personal assistant for a lovely girl who lives with her parents in the High Heaton area. Katrina is 12 years old and attends a specialist school which she enjoys. Katrina is registered blind with a severe sight impairment, has a learning disability and is non-verbal Autistic. Katrina uses gestures, noises and hand leading to communicate her needs and desires.

As Katrina’s PA you will be required to assist Katrina with her personal care, including pad changes, feeding and drinking which will requires prompts and supervision to ensure she is consuming and drinking enough.

Katrina is a very happy smiley little girl and loves to listen to music, one of her favourite songs is Dolly Parton “Jolene” which she will sing and dance to. She loves sensory toys especially lights and motion equipment.

Katrina is looking to access the community and visit some of her favourite places including The Tim Lamb Centre, Alnwick Gardens, White House Farm as she loves animals, and some SEN soft play sessions. Katrina loves to be outdoors too, so a trip to her favourite park at Paddy Freemans is always on her “to do list”. Swimming and specialist centres like the Alan Shearer Centre are always a great place to utilise when booked in advance, trips to the beach are always welcomed by Katrina too, but you must be fit as you will need to manage Katrina’s wheelchair or beach buggy when out and about on your ventures. Katrina requires assistance with moving at all times and always require supervision as she has no awareness of danger.

Routine is important to Katrina, so you must be able to adhere to instruction and guidance from Katrina’s parents.

A car driver with a clean Full UK Driving Licence would be preferred for this role as Katrina does have access to a mobility car, and Katrina does hold a companion free bus pass for public transport.

For more information, please see the JOB DESCRIPTION

There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

PA Vacancy Female Personal Assistant – KBYNCL Hours: 9 hours per week term time & 16 hours per week school holidays, flexibility required, weekend work included (shift patterns to be discussed and this can be a shared post) Area: High Heaton area, Newcastle Upon Tyne Rate: £13.50 per hour We a...

14/05/2026

Job title: Personal Assistant

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (NE5)

Hours of work: Flexible hours (school holidays only).

Rate of pay: £14.00 per hour.

My name is Elle, I am looking for a personal assistant to work with my son Shaye. Shaye is 14 years old and is a very happy and social little boy. He has autism and has difficulties with communication. He is always full of energy and loves to cuddle and be around other people. Shaye lives in the family home with me and his older brother. He has a close relationship with his brother, and they like to spend time together.

The main purpose of the role is to go out and about with Shaye to enable and support him to take part in different social activities, this includes swimming, going to soft play and going to the park. Shaye loves outdoor spaces and being in the fresh air. One of his favourite places to visit is Ponteland Park. He also enjoys going to the airport and watching the aeroplanes taking off and landing.

We would like a Personal Assistant to work hours in the school holidays to provide some relief for me so I can get on with housework etc. Hours can be worked around your commitments, and we can be flexible.

We would prefer a driver with their own car however this isn’t essential as Shaye enjoys being on public transport.

A driver with own vehicle and clean licence is preferred but non-drivers may apply.

For more information, please see the Job description

To apply please fill out our online application form.

This post is subject to references and satisfactory DBS checks.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

PA Vacancy Personal Assistant – SMCNCL Job title: Personal Assistant Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (NE5) Hours of work: Flexible hours (school holidays only). Rate of pay: £14.00 per hour. My name is Elle, I am looking for a personal assistant to work with my son Shaye. Shaye is 14 years old and ...

14/05/2026

Hours: 10 hours per week

Location: North Shields

Pay rate: £12.71 (min) per hour

Full UK driving licence essential

I am looking for someone who is softly spoken, kind, and has a calming nature. You will need to have an understanding of neurodivergence and experience working with neurodivergent (ND) people, as well as individuals with mental health issues. Patience and a sense of humour are essential, as you will be supporting not only me but also my two ND children and our small dog.

You must be able to drive an automatic car and hold a full UK driving licence, as driving will be part of the role. Being comfortable with dogs is important, as our dog is an integral part of our family. Flexibility is key to this position, as our needs can vary daily, and we will rely on you to adapt to changing situations.

Your responsibilities will include attending art/yoga, assisting with domestic tasks, shopping for items that can’t be sourced online. You will also help with showering support, decluttering the home, and cooking. Contingency hours will be needed to accommodate appointments and other unexpected needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Attend art/yoga classes for mental well-being
Assist with domestic tasks such as cooking, organising and maintaining, and shopping for items that cannot be sourced online
Offer showering support as needed
Assist with cooking and meal preparation
Flexible hours to accommodate appointments and other unexpected needs

Requirements:

Understanding of neurodivergence and experience working with individuals with mental health issues
Patience, a sense of humour, and a calming nature
A full UK driving licence and experience driving automatic cars
Comfortable around dogs and able to provide care as needed
Flexibility to adjust to family schedules

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

PA Vacancy Personal Assistant – LWINT Hours: 10 hours per week Location: North Shields Pay rate: £12.71 (min) per hour Full UK driving licence essential I am looking for someone who is softly spoken, kind, and has a calming nature. You will need to have an understanding of neurodivergence and ...

14/05/2026

Location: Fawdon, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Hours: 4 hours per week

Hourly Rate: £15.00

Are you a warm, caring individual with a passion for making a positive difference in someone's life? Do you possess resilience, patience, and a positive attitude? If so, we're looking for someone just like you to join our team as a Support Worker/Buddy.

About the Role:

As a Support Worker/Buddy, you'll have the rewarding opportunity to work closely with a very happy and chilled 13-year-old male who has Global Developmental Delay and Autism. He lives with his loving family, including his parents, brother, and family Labrador. Your main role will be to provide support primarily during school holidays, encouraging community engagement, and fostering independence outside of the home environment.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

PA Vacancy Support Worker/Buddy – JSINCL Location: Fawdon, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hours: 4 hours per week Hourly Rate: £15.00 Are you a warm, caring individual with a passion for making a positive difference in someone’s life? Do you possess resilience, patience, and a positive attitude? If so,...

14/05/2026

Hours: 13 hours per week, including weekends (to be arranged)

Area: Walkergate, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Rate: £14.50 per hour

Car Driver Essential

Paul is a lovely gentleman who resides with his nana, he is looking to employ a personal assistant who will have a flexible approach to supporting him within the home and accessing the community.

Paul has a diagnosis of Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia and Sensory Processing Disorder, he also has a phobia to germs and is quite clinical in his hand washing routines which have caused psoriasis.

Paul is fitted with a colostomy bag which requires changing and managing. Experience of managing colostomy bags would be advantageous to this role. Experience of working with ASD is essential.

Paul is a keen Lego and War Hammer fan and really enjoys building the models. He also enjoys spending time gaming online. Paul will on occasion venture to the shops to purchase Lego magazines and you would be expected to accompany him to such trips; you would also be required to accompany him to scheduled appointments and assist Paul in making appointments for himself. Paul will venture to the Metro Centre on occasions and enjoys a KFC or McDonalds on his outings.

As part of your role, you will be assisting Paul with personal care, including showering if he chooses and beard maintenance, Paul will require prompts with choosing appropriate clothing and dressing but will indicate if clothes are unsuitable due to him being uncomfortable.

Meal preparation will be included within your role, and the ability to coach and encourage Paul to prepare food himself will be required. You will assist and encourage Paul to complete online shopping orders to encourage his independence.

Some light domestic tasks may be required including, laundry and bed changing.

Car Driver essential as Paul cannot travel on public transport.

Training will be provided for the right applicant on colostomy care if necessary.

For more information, please see the JOB DESCRIPTION

There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

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14/05/2026

Job title: Female Personal Assistant

Hours: Minimum 5 hours per week and holiday and sickness cover

Rate of Pay: £14.00 per hour

Area: Dumpling Hall, Newcastle

Driver with own vehicle essential

About Me:

I am a lively, outgoing disabled woman living in Dumpling Hall. I love music. I also love to go out and about visiting museums, art galleries, and I am a member of the National Trust.

I am a Mum and a Nana but don’t see my family very often as they live outside of Newcastle. Inclusion and holistic support are important to me. I volunteer my time at the local university being on interview panels and as a guest speaker on the Occupational Therapy course.

I am looking for somebody with a good sense of humour with good communication skills.

I need assistance with some aspects of daily living and personal care. I live in my own bungalow, and I am accustomed to organising the assistance I need. I am severely visually impaired with mobility difficulties. I use a manual wheelchair or a motorised scooter outside of the home.

Purpose of Job:

As my Personal Assistant your job will be to assist me with social activities such as shopping, meeting family and friends, and going to the theatre and local gigs. Your main role will be to support me when out and about and be my sighted guide.

My Personal Assistant will work under my direction to meet my needs and will be accountable to me in all aspects of their work.

I would prefer my Personal Assistant to be lively and outgoing, friendly, reliable and able to work flexible hours. They must also be able to respect my privacy and understand the need for confidentiality in all areas of their work.

Good general health is importantly as well as being physically able to push my wheelchair and load it into their vehicle.

For more information, please see the Job Description

There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

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14/05/2026

Hours: 5 hours per week during term time and 8 hours per week during school holidays – flexible via discussions with employer.

Rates of pay: £12.71 (min) per hour

Area: Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne

Hi, my name is Jasmin, I am a cheeky and happy 15-year-old, I am nonverbal so developing a trusting relationship is key to been my Personal Assistant. The main purpose of this job is to work alongside my parents. You will assist with bathing and getting dressed, prepare meals and drinks and support with going out and about I especially love to go for a drive.

Previous experience of working with children is preferable, particularly children that communicate via Pegs and Visual Stories, but we are happy to consider applicants who do not have prior experience.

For more information, please see the Job Description

There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4.

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.

At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.

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