Support Worker Wanted for a Fun-Loving 7-Year-Old Boy
£14.67 per hour
We are looking for a caring, energetic and playful support worker to help a lovely 7-year-old boy with complex needs, including a rare genetic condition (Unbalanced Chromosome Translocation) that affects his health and development. He has vision impairment, mobility challenges and some food intolerances.
Although he is non-verbal, he has his own ways of communicating and responds well to patient, attentive support.
He is a fun-loving little boy who thrives on exploration and sensory experiences, whether that's a trip to the playground, a visit to soft play, splashing in water activities or getting stuck into messy play. Some support will also take place in the family home.
✨ Personality & Interests
- Loves exploring outdoors
- Big fan of playgrounds and soft play
- Enjoys water play
- Loves messy play and sensory activities
- Enjoys spending time at home as well as out in the community
What We're Looking For
- Warm, patient and fun personality
- Someone active and happy to engage in play
- Experience working with children with autism, complex needs or disabilities would be desirable
- Someone who enjoys sensory activities and can encourage communication through play and interaction
- Ability to plan and organise activities independently and keep him engaged through play, sensory activities and community outings
- Reliable, flexible and able to follow guidance around care routines due to complex medical needs
- Good communication skills, including discussing annual leave or holidays in advance to ensure care arrangements are in place
- Comfortable using and pushing a wheelchair outdoors
- Moving and handling experience would be an advantage, although training can be provided
- Car driver essential
- Own vehicle required
️ Care Requirements
- Personal care ✅
- Safeguarding ✅
- Meal preparation ✔️ (awareness of food intolerances)
Hours Available
Applicants can choose the shifts that work best for them:
- Day shifts only
- Night shifts only
- Both day and night shifts
Current support hours include:
- 4 hours during term time (Sunday)
- 8 hours during half terms and school holidays
- 12 hours of overnight support per month
Overnight Support
Sleep patterns can be unpredictable, so overnight support workers should be prepared for occasional night-time waking. This may involve offering a drink of milk, changing a nappy if required and helping him settle back to sleep.
Pay
About the Role
This role would suit someone who loves making a difference, enjoys play-based support and can bring energy, creativity and consistency while helping a wonderful little boy access activities he loves and reach his full potential.
If you're caring, reliable and ready to make a genuine difference to a family's life, we'd love to hear from you.
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Services
- Meal Preparation
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Personal Care
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Social + Leisure activities
Training
- Essential PA Guide
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Safeguarding Adults/Children
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Moving & Handling
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Food Hygiene
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Hand hygiene
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Autism / Aspergers
Transportation
- Full UK driving license
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Own personal car
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