Support Worker

Location

Ipswich, Suffolk | United Kingdom

Job description

Job Reference: JH-LT-SFCC6

Job Title: Support Worker / Companion

Responsible to: Directly accountable to and taking direction from the employer (Mum & Dad)

Hours: 16 hours per month (average 4 hours per week)

Hourly Rate of Pay: £11.50

Based at: Ipswich, Suffolk.

Closing date 11.03.24

Job Purpose

The purpose of this Job is to support a teenage boy with autism, epilepsy, ASD and SPD. The child lives at home with his Mum, Dad and sister. The purpose is to build a professional relationship with the child, support him to become more independent and to support his daily needs. The teenage boy loves music / sounds and also has a keen interest in buses, trains and clocks. He struggles to express himself so support will be required to encourage and motivate him to do things he enjoys. He has a set routine and likes to stick to this.

To support with:

Engaging with the teenage and taking part in activities he enjoys e.g. going to watch trains / buses, going to the play park, long walks, coffee shops, zoo and the beach.
Constant supervision is required at all times.
Support with all safety aspects.
Assisting with medication (emergency medication)
The boy does have reins, and this will be used when out in the community. He does also have access to his wheelchair.
To build a supportive relationship and take part in activities which the child enjoys.
Personal care may be required e.g. changing him if he has a fit / seizure.
To support him with independence
To be supportive, encouraging and engaging.
To perform such other duties as may reasonably be required.

Personal Specification

Be patient and supportive. 
Willingness to undergo any training highlighted by the employer. 
Have an understanding of the child and their needs. 
Preferrable to have a driving license. 
Have a bubbly and outgoing personality. 
Flexible with the hours you can work.
To be able to work on your own initiative and be aware of risks.
Preferrable to have training in manual handling, medication training and have an awareness of autism and epilepsy.

Special Conditions

This post is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check at the Employers request prior to commencing employment. This is confidential and at no cost to yourself. The post carries a 3-month probationary period.

Disclaimer

The Rowan Organisation is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer, nor responsible for any actions arising out of your employment.

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Salary

£11.5 per hour