Personal Care Assistant - STGTD
| Posting date: | 11 May 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 June 2026 |
| Location: | Gateshead, Tyne & Wear |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Disability North |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Location: Gateshead
Hours: 32 hours per week – day shift over 4 days. Must be willing to cover day/night shift for holiday/sick cover.
Rate of Pay: £14.46 per hour (with double pay. for public holidays)
Training Provided: Yes
DBS Checks: Required
Special Requirements: PEG Feeding Assistance
Extra shifts available
5.6 weeks holiday per year
Job Description:
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Personal Care Assistant to provide 24-hour care for a 57-year-old man with Huntington’s Disease. The individual requires support with complex needs, including PEG feeding, personal care, and medication management. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the quality of life of someone with complex healthcare needs.
For further details please see the Job description
Candidates that do not live locally will be required to drive due to start/finish times of shifts.
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.
Hours: 32 hours per week – day shift over 4 days. Must be willing to cover day/night shift for holiday/sick cover.
Rate of Pay: £14.46 per hour (with double pay. for public holidays)
Training Provided: Yes
DBS Checks: Required
Special Requirements: PEG Feeding Assistance
Extra shifts available
5.6 weeks holiday per year
Job Description:
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Personal Care Assistant to provide 24-hour care for a 57-year-old man with Huntington’s Disease. The individual requires support with complex needs, including PEG feeding, personal care, and medication management. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the quality of life of someone with complex healthcare needs.
For further details please see the Job description
Candidates that do not live locally will be required to drive due to start/finish times of shifts.
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.