Personal Care Assistant for two young boys P/T @ £14.67/hr in Prudhoe – Prudhoe – NE42
To provide support for two brothers aged 7 years and 8 years old for 4 hours per week during term time weeks and 8 hours per week during school holiday weeks. The role is to take the boys out separately in the community so that they can access leisure activities.
Main Duties
We are currently looking to recruit a Support Worker to provide support for these little boys on separate days. Both have a diagnosis of autism; the youngest sibling is non‑verbal and uses PECS to communicate and requires assistance with personal care. They both struggle to regulate their emotions and lack danger awareness, necessitating constant support and supervision to keep them safe. The younger boy enjoys being around people, going to the park, climbing, running, swimming and soft play. The older boy enjoys football, swimming and outdoor play. You must be in good general health as the role involves physical activity such as running, lifting and carrying when needed and supporting in the swimming pool. We would prefer a car driver with your own transport, however this isn’t essential. Expenses will be met by the employer.
Hours
4 hours per week during term time per child, 8 hours per week during school holidays per child.
Rate of pay
£14.67 per hour. Holidays are 5.6 weeks per year, pro‑rata.
Person Specification
- Ideally you will have experience of working as a support worker with children or adults with complex needs, especially with autism.
- Having knowledge and awareness of PECS and/or speech therapy would be an advantage.
- Have a positive understanding towards children with disabilities.
- Have a high degree of initiative.
- Be punctual and reliable.
- Be flexible.
- Have a happy, positive and caring nature.
- Respect confidentiality.
An Enhanced DBS Check is required, cost to be met by employer.
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