Various hours including weekend, day and sleep shifts
We run a small team of carers supporting a non-verbal young man with Autism and complex needs. 2:1 staffing 24 hours a day.
We are looking for someone who:
· Is willing to be hands-on and have fun.
· Has a positive, caring attitude.
· Is organised, hard-working, flexible and resilient.
· Has excellent communication and observation skills.
· You don’t need to have experience. Your personal qualities and values are more important to us. You will be supported with comprehensive shadowing and training from day one.
Day to day responsibilities:
· Making nutritional meals
· Trips out across Dorset in his own car, maybe a picnic or snack stop
· Personal care
· Computer play with Thomas the Tank/Bob the builder/Postman Pat videos. He is still a child at heart so enjoys his old cartoon clips and will act them out with his toys and your involvement.
· Arts and crafts, fancy dress and having fun
· Administering occasional medication
We can offer:
· Full training and comprehensive shadow period with experienced staff
· Supportive team
· 2:1 Shift with experienced staff at all times
· Excellent rates of pay with enhanced weekend and overtime rates
· Holiday pay and pension scheme
Pay: From £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Do you have a driving licence?
- Are you able to work weekends?
Work Location: In person
