Personal Assistants/Support Workers Vacancies
If you would rather apply to our PA register to log your interest and availability to work for employers in the Middlesbrough, Darlington and/or Redcar and Cleveland area follow this link - https://www.darlingtondisability.org/pa-register/
Joining the PA register is a quick and simple way of being considered for any of our vacancies, sometimes even before they have been formally advertised. One application is all you need in the first instance and if invited for interview(s) we will provide you with a more in depth application form.
Click here for more information about what is a Personal Assistant and our PA register https://www.darlingtondisability.org/direct-payment/what-is-a-pa
Vacancies
The following vacancies are advertised directly by the disabled person (or person on their behalf) who receives support from the Direct Payment Support Services. Darlington Association on Disability (D.A.D.) is not the employer.
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Job Type: County Durham (PA's) Rewarding Companion Carer Roles Available This is a fantastic opportunity for caring, patient and positive people who want to make a real difference. A married couple in the Durham area are looking for a kind, reliable companion personal assistant to support within their home and to help them enjoy day-to-day life. Hourly Rate £14.00 per hour. If you enjoy helping others and want a role where your support truly matters, this could be the perfect opportunity. Could you make a real difference to an elderly couple’s life? For more information, please contact: kimmcmaster271@hotmail.com Apply online for Personal Assistant - Job Reference 11358Personal Assistant - Job Reference 11358
Is a PA the right job for me?
Would you like the opportunity to work for and assist a disabled person on a one to one basis to have choice and control in their life and to live independently within their own home and in the community?
Do you enjoy the company of people, are able to work flexibly, reliable, have good communication skills and willing to learn how to meet the individual needs of the person you are assisting?
If the answer is YES to both of these questions then applying for one of our vacancies or our PA register could be for you.
Important information for applicants:
Applicants must be: Able to work flexibly, be a good communicator, able to respect dignity and willing to learn from the employer.
Applicants will generally have to provide references and undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Posts generally include the statutory requirement of 5.6 weeks paid holiday and other usual employment rights.
If you prefer a paper application form email dprecruitment@darlingtondisability.org or call 01325 360524. Please quote the job reference number with all requests. Return paper applications to D.A.D. Whessoe Technology Centre, Alderman Best Way, Darlington, DL1 4WB.
What happens next:
After completing your application form and returning it to Employer Support, your application will be sent to employers which you have requested and if indicated other employers which are appropriate.
If short-listed you will be asked for an interview, which will give the employer the opportunity to decide whether they wish to employ you. This is also the applicant's opportunity to find out more information to decide whether you feel the position is appropriate for you.
How you can support us
As a local organisation we very much rely on the support of our local community. We support over 2,000 people every year to have greater choice and control and remove the barriers that disabled adults and children experience in their everyday lives. But we need YOUR help.