Make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with Additional Support Needs.
We're looking for caring, experienced Support Workers to join our friendly North Lanarkshire team, helping children and young people build confidence, develop independence and enjoy meaningful experiences within their local community.
Job Title: ASN Support Worker (Driver)
Location: Wishaw (2 Positions) & Coatbridge (2 Positions)
Pay: Up to £14.24 per hour (inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay)
Hours: Casual Working Hours Agreement with flexible shifts to fit around your availability. Hours are offered according to service needs and are not guaranteed.
About KO-NEKT
KO-NEKT is a dynamic and growing organisation providing tailored support to children and young people aged 5–25 with Additional Support Needs (ASN). Through community and home-based support, we help young people develop independence, build confidence and achieve their full potential while promoting inclusion, choice and positive outcomes.
About the Role
Every day is different. You might be supporting a young person to develop life skills, enjoy a trip to the park, visit a café, take part in community activities, or simply build confidence through play and positive relationships.
We are looking for compassionate and committed ASN Support Workers to join our North Lanarkshire team in Wishaw and Coatbridge.
You will work alongside other ASN Support Practitioners, providing 1:1 and 2:2:1 support within the community and family homes. Your role will involve supporting young people with a range of additional support and complex needs while working towards positive SHANARRI outcomes (Safe, Healthy, Achieving, Nurtured, Active, Respected, Responsible and Included).
As part of this role, you will also use your own vehicle to transport service users safely between community activities and support sessions.
Essential Requirements
- Use your own vehicle during shifts to travel between support sessions and transport service users where required.
- You must be available to work weekends.
- Experience supporting children or adults with additional support needs, autism, learning disabilities or complex behaviours is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide person-centred support based on individual support plans.
- Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote independence, wellbeing and skill development.
- Fully engage with children and young people through play and meaningful interaction.
- Record progress and outcomes using our online recording system.
- Promote a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment.
- Maintain accurate timesheets and expenses.
- Work closely with the Service Manager to discuss progress and any concerns.
- Attend training, meetings and continuous professional development.
- Follow all safeguarding, health and safety and organisational procedures.
Person Specification
- Experience supporting children or adults with additional support needs, autism, learning disabilities and/or complex behavioural needs.
- Qualification in health, social care, education or a related field and/or relevant experience.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Access to your own vehicle and willingness to use it during shifts.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and school holidays.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Physically able to participate in activities with children and young people.
- Competent IT skills for recording notes, timesheets and support outcomes.
Why Join KO-NEKT?
- Make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.
- Supportive and welcoming team culture.
- Paid training and ongoing professional development.
- Flexible casual hours to suit your availability.
- Real Living Wage plus holiday pay
Please note: This position is offered on a Casual Working Hours Agreement.
How to Apply
Visit www.ko-nekt.org and click Join Our Team to complete our online application form.
Work Authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: Up to £14.24 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
Application question(s):
- Do you have a qualification related to health, social care or education?
- Do you have experience supporting children with complex behavioural needs?
- Are you available to work weekends?
- Do you have access to your own vehicle and are you willing to use it during shifts to transport service users?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
