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Personal Care Assistant

Durham County Council

Trimdon Grange, Trimdon Station

Salary

£27,040 to £108,160

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Part time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You’ll support an 11‑year‑old boy with autism in Trimdon, helping with daily care and community outings. Part‑time, 4‑8 hrs a week. Ideal for caring, patient people.

What you'll need

  • Experience caring for children, especially those with autism
  • Able to work a 2:1 care pattern and follow a set schedule
  • Reliable transport to reach Trimdon as needed
  • Willing to undergo a DBS (criminal record) check

How to boost your chances

  • Apply via UKCIL.com using the reference 3643a728
  • Have a recent DBS check ready or be prepared to get one
  • Prepare examples of past work with autistic children for the interview
  • Check your own transport and confirm you can cover term and out‑of‑term hours

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Job description

Care Assistant required to support an 11 year old boy with autism in the Trimdon area Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 3643a728 Care Assistant required to support an 11 year old boy with autism in the Trimdon area 4 hours a week in term time & 8 hours a week out of term time - days to be arranged Hours /Wage £13 per hour We are looking for 2 woman Personal Assistants with experience to look after our 11 year old son. Support will be 2: 1 care Duties Taking out and about in the community You will …

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

9 August 2026

Last checked

28 August 2026

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About the employer

DCC
Durham County Council

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