Child Support worker CZ7848
Independent lives
Child Support worker CZ7848
£29120
Independent lives, Burgess Hill, West Sussex
- Part time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 16 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 39d93f1648cb401d89dae771949c649a
Full Job Description
We are looking for a patient, understanding, and reliable person who is committed to making a positive impact in a child's life.
My son is a wonderful 8 year old with autism.
He is in need of a dedicated personal assistant who can help him explore the world and engage in various activities.
He is non-verbal, has limited understanding, and requires constant 1:1 support.
His interests include outdoor adventures, soft play, swimming, and indoor creative activities such as colouring, painting, playdough, and puzzles.
We would like you to be able to take him to your home to provide respite to us and if you are local to Burgess Hill we would be willing to drop him to you if needed.
Other Requirements
- Non-smoker preferred or someone who is willing to refrain from smoking during work hours.
- Must have a UK driving licence
- Must have access to own vehicle
- Other :
- Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
- Reliable with good time-keeping
- Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
- Hygienic, tidy minded and well organised
- This is a very physical role so you need to be fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
- Patience and possess excellent interpersonal skills
- Honest and cheerful
- Creative
- Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
- Legally permitted to work in the United Kingdom
- Able to work at all times to high standards of Health & Safety
All applicants must be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.
Successful applicants will be entitled to Holiday pay and will be issued employment contracts., Typical duties
Domestic -
Support and encouragement to eat
Personal Care:
Support with toileting. Uses pull ups
Social:
Supporting with full supervision to go to park or town, soft play, swimming
Engaging him in activities inside such as colouring, painting, play dough, puzzles - constant supervision is required
Previous experience is preferred due to the support required, Disability Confident
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