Personal Care Assistant (FT) £18.40 p/h | 36 hours p/w | Rolling 4-Week R - Cramlington - CRAMLINGTON - NE23
Job Reference (9bef54f1)
Following successful completion of training and probation period, we are offering a permanent 36-hour contract - to be on a rolling 4-week rota (see example rota for once a full stable team are established).
If you're a quick learner with plenty of energy, a positive and bubbly personality, and can confidently use your own initiative while following my instructions, I'd love to hear from you!
Essential Requirements
✅ Driver – You must be confident driving my adapted automatic Mercedes Sprinter van.
✅ Non-smoker – No perfume, aftershave, or scented products can be worn while on shift due to a life-threatening allergy.
✅ Female Personal Assistant – With a minimum of one year's experience providing physical hands on care.
About Me
I’m Mel, a vibrant 36-year-old student teacher, currently studying the second year of a part-time PGCE in Primary Education, after previously graduating with a degree in Biology.
I'm recruiting the final two full-time Personal Assistants to complete my fantastic care team.
I'm looking for someone who can support me on my exciting journey towards becoming a primary school teacher while helping me maintain an active, independent, and meaningful life despite my complex health conditions.
You will be required to assist me physically, but not be my voice or my brain. I remain actively involved in directing all of my own care, studies, and managing my home, placements and daily life.
About the Role
No two days are the same!
This role offers the opportunity to learn new skills, take part in exciting adventures, and hopefully share plenty of laughter along the way.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Providing personal and complex medical care
· Preparing nutritious meals suitable for my many allergies and intolerances
· Supporting daily essential physiotherapy routines and mobility needs
· Assisting discretely during school placements and daily activities
· Supporting me to be able to have an active social life: including trips to the cinema, theatre, live music events, restaurants, and regular nights out in Newcastle
· Enabling me to partake in my hobbies, including my love of nature: walks with my family pet/future service dog (must be comfortable around dogs as I’m getting a medical alert dog in the near future), stargazing late at night, dolphin spotting during nice weather, crafting, baking and spending time with my family
· Promoting independence while providing discreet support when required
· Being able to use your initiative to complete tasks on your own when I’m unwell/in bed
You will work both independently during lone-working shifts and as part of a close-knit team of five dedicated Personal Assistants providing 24-hour, one-to-one support.
Physical Requirements
Applicants must be physically able to:
· Push a manual wheelchair
· Assist with fastening braces tightly and using slide sheets safely
· Get up and down from the floor when required
· Support with daily physiotherapy exercises
· Safely operate wheelchair clamps and transport me into my van and to my destination safely and carefully
I live independently in my bungalow in Cramlington, Northumberland.
Part of the role involves accompanying me during school placements, where you will remain nearby and provide discreet support should any care or medical needs arise.
The ideal candidate will fit seamlessly into my routines, respect my independence and choices, and provide reliable support both at home and in the community.
Important Health & Safety Requirements
Due to severe asthma, allergies, and fragile skin, the following are non-negotiable:
· No smoking
· No perfume, aftershave, or scented products
· No long or false nails
· No rings, watches, or hand jewellery while on shift
Contract Details
Location: Cramlington, Northumberland
Pay: £18.40 per hour
Hours: 36 hours per week
Contract: Rolling 4-week rota
The role includes a mixture of:
· 12-hour day shifts (08:00–20:00)
· 12-hour waking night shifts (20:00–08:00)
· Regular weekend working
· Approximately one long weekend off per month
Example Shift Pattern
Position One – 36 Hours Per Week
Week 1
· Tuesday Night Shift (20:00–08:00)
· Wednesday Night Shift (20:00–08:00)
· Saturday Day Shift (08:00–20:00)
Week 2
· Monday Day Shift (08:00–20:00)
· Tuesday Day Shift (08:00–20:00)
· Saturday Night Shift (20:00–08:00)
Week 3
· Thursday Night Shift (20:00–08:00)
· Friday Night Shift (20:00–08:00)
· Sunday Day Shift (08:00–20:00)
Week 4
· Monday Night Shift (20:00–08:00)
· Wednesday Day Shift (08:00–20:00)
· Thursday Day Shift (08:00–20:00)
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, learn new skills, support an ambitious future teacher, and become part of a fantastic team, I'd love to hear from you.
I can't wait to meet you! 🌟
Services
Meal Preparation
Personal Care
Domestic Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Training
Essential PA Guide
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Moving & Handling
Food Hygiene
First Aid
Hand hygiene
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Can drive a motability equipped car
Medical
Safe Administration of Medication
Schedule, Pay & Hours
Time
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep