Personal Assistant & Carer
Location: West Haddon, Northamptonshire
Pay: £12.77 per hour
Hours: 26–30 hours per week during term time | 29.75–33.75 per week hours during non-term time
Job Type: Part-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
Job Description
The Disability Resource centre is assisting with the recruitment of a compassionate and reliable Carer / Personal Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a 13-year-old girl with complex needs.
She has a rare genetic condition which impacts her mobility, vision, and daily living. We are looking for someone who is patient, encouraging, adaptable, and able to create a positive and engaging environment where she feels safe, supported, and happy.
This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys working with children and making a genuine difference in a young person’s daily life.
Main Duties
- Preparing an after-school snack
- Administering and monitoring medication
- Supporting with feeding during mealtimes
- Encouraging play, interaction, and fun activities
- Assisting with hoisting, moving and handling
- Supporting with personal care and hygiene
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Supporting outdoor activities and outings
· Maintain a safe, caring, and positive environment
Working Pattern
· Tuesday: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
· Wednesday: 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm
· Saturday: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
· Sunday: 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Hours may vary during school holidays.
A 10-hour night shift will be required once you are confident with the role and tasks.
What We’re Looking For
- Kind, patient, and supportive nature
- Positive and encouraging attitude
- Ability to adapt to individual needs and routines
- Comfortable supporting with personal care and mobility needs
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Full driving licence required due to location of the role being in a remote village.
Training
Full training will be provided, including diabetes care training. You will also have the opportunity to learn how to drive a wheelchair-accessible vehicle.
Experience
Previous care or support work experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be given. Experience working with children or individuals with additional needs is desirable.
Why Apply?
Make a real difference in a young person's life while gaining valuable skills and full training in a rewarding one-to-one role. If you're caring, reliable, and looking for a job with purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: £12.77 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have a valid driving licence?
- Do you have access to your own car?
Work Location: In person
