Personal Care Assistant


Company:	Penderels Trust
Salary:	£13.60
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Sunderland, SR3 2TP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	21 Jul 2026
Closing date:	18 Aug 2026

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Summary

Job Reference: SUN17684JK1

About the Employer:

I am mum to a 33 year old man with four limb Cerebral Palsy who is wheelchair bound so he requires 1:1 support at all times. He is only able to use his right hand but he can drive a powered chair (this has an attendant control). He also often uses a manual wheelchair when going out on public transport which needs to be pushed. My son also has a high level of Autism so he can get overwhelmed by loud noises or sudden changes and this can result in some challenging behaviour. This presents as him becoming upset and shouting or crying. He does not hurt others but will try to nip himself. Experience of de-escalating would be beneficial. His triggers are known and will be discussed with a suitable PA. My son has a learning disability but he can have a good conversation and he has a great sense of humour. If he is anxious however, he will sometimes choose not to speak. My son also has epilepsy but this is well controlled and he has only ever experienced absences. Personal care will be required as he wears incontinence pads for any accidents but does also use a commode at home. Day time cover: would require personal care including hoisting, changing, toileting and showering. He needs full support with dressing and feeding. My son has a normal diet but does require thickened fluids and medication. Medication can be supported by a family member if necessary. Evening cover: to support my son to attend a local disco. We have a wheelchair accessible vehicle that is available for PA's to drive with my permission. I am looking for a kind, caring PA preferrably with experience to give me break in my caring role as I am returning to work.

Employer Disability and Health Conditions

• Mobility / Physical • Cognitive / Learning • Mental Health • Invisible

Autism and a learning disability.

The employer's hobbies and interests:

• Going to the beach and local pub. • Cinema, disco, going out on public transport. • Watching TV, YouTube and listening to audio books.

Other relevant information

• The individual keeps pets in the home.2 Labrador dogs.

About the Role

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and/or prompt with personal care. This may include toileting, showering/bathing, getting in and out of bed, getting dressed.

• Support and/or prompt with cooking/meal preparation and eating meals/drinks.

• Support and/or prompt the individual to take medication.

• Support to get to and from school/work/college/social activities.

• Support and/or prompt the individual to access sporting and leisure activities.

• Assist and encourage socialisation, participating in activities.

• Promote and encourage friendships and independence.

• Develop a good and trusting one to one working relationship.

Only candidates aged 18 or over should apply for this position as you will be required to administer medication.

The individuals needs may vary from day to day and your tasks may reflect this. You could be required to perform other duties as reasonably required.

You have a responsibility as an employee to report all accidents to the employer immediately. You have a duty to report defects and / or hazards which may give rise to an accident. You are to ensure the safety of the individual at all times.

Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure (costs will be covered).

Transport Requirement

Full driving licence is essential as the role requires you to drive the employer’s vehicle, for insurance purpose you must be 21.

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