Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (NE6) Hours: 15 hours per week Rate of Pay: £15.00 per hour About George George is looking for a reliable, confident and supportive Personal Assistant to help him maintain his independence at home and in the community. George benefits from someone who can provide transparent, consistent encouragement while recognising the things he is able to do for himself. This role is very much about supporting George to do things, rather than doing everything for him.

George has complex mental and physical health needs, including schizophrenia, diabetes and reduced mobility. Full information about his health and support requirements will be discussed with applicants before appointment so that anyone taking on the role understands the support George requires. He enjoys getting out into the community, going shopping, eating out and watching television, with Laurel and Hardy being a particular favourite.

What will you be doing?

You Will Support George With Areas

Including Encouraging George to complete everyday tasks independently, providing prompting and assistance where necessary

Supporting household routines including laundry, washing up, putting clothes away and managing household waste

Helping George plan and complete his weekly food shopping

Encouraging healthy food choices appropriate for his diabetes

Checking food dates and supporting George to manage food safely

Supporting George to manage his medication routines, prescriptions and medical supplies in line with his support plan

Helping George communicate diabetes readings and relevant health information when required

Supporting George to attend medical, dental and other appointments

Helping George understand information provided by professionals and supporting him to communicate his needs





Supporting George to use taxis and public transport while encouraging him to maintain skills such as booking his own taxi, paying fares and identifying his bus stop

Encouraging George to wear clean and weather-appropriate clothing

Supporting George to maintain his mobility and prescribed exercise/physiotherapy routine when appropriate

Supporting George to access his local community and enjoy a varied range of activities

Promoting George’s independence, choice, confidence and wellbeing A key part of the role is knowing when George genuinely needs assistance and when he needs encouragement to complete something himself. His existing support approach specifically focuses on maintaining the everyday skills he already has.

About You We are looking for someone who is: Patient, calm and respectful

Reliable and consistent

Confident giving clear prompts and maintaining appropriate boundaries

Able to encourage independence without taking over

Comfortable supporting someone with mental health and physical health needs

Able to communicate effectively with George, family members and health professionals

Observant and able to recognise when something may not be right

Confident supporting someone in shops, restaurants, appointments and on public transport

Understanding of the importance of dignity, choice and person-centred support Experience supporting adults with schizophrenia, diabetes, cognitive impairment or similar support needs would be beneficial, although the right attitude and approach are equally important.

For More

Information, Please See The 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.

📌 Personal Assistant/Support Worker – GDNCL (Newcastle)
🏢 Disability North
📍 Newcastle