Personal Care Assistant / Support Worker, Morpeth

Personal Care Assistant for a young lady F/T@ £18.40/hr in Morpeth - Morpeth - NE61

We are looking for a caring, reliable, and positive female Personal Care Assistant to support a friendly and fun-loving 24-year-old young lady with learning disabilities in her daily life.

This is a rewarding role supporting someone to live independently, enjoy activities, and maintain a good quality of life. The right person will have a great sense of humour, be happy to have a laugh, and bring a positive energy to each day.

This role is open to female applicants only due to the personal care and hygiene needs of the individual (in line with Equality Act 2010).

• Providing personal care and support with daily routines
• Assisting with moving and handling, including standing transfers (full training will be provided)
• Supporting with outings, appointments, and social activities
• Helping with day-to-day tasks and promoting independence
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Assisting around animals, including horses
• Administering medication
• PEG/tube feeding
• Understanding and implementing positive behaviour support
• Supporting with epilepsy care

• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (essential)
• Comfortable around animals, especially horses
• Physically able and confident with moving and handling tasks
• Flexible and reliable, with a willingness to work a mixture of shifts
• Available to work two weekends per month (Saturday & Sunday)
• No smoking/vaping on site
• A good sense of humour and a fun, friendly personality
• Caring, patient, and respectful approach

• Initially day and evening shifts only, with potential to include nights in the future
• Flexible shifts across the week
• Includes working 2 weekends per month

• Competitive pay (£13.75-17.23 when fully trained)
• Full training provided (including moving and handling)
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• A genuinely rewarding role making a real difference