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Care Assistant for a teenage boy P/T@ £13.09/hr in Blyth - FTE - £25.5k, Blyth
Client: UKCIL
Location: Blyth, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
6
Posted:
26.04.2025
Expiry Date:
10.06.2025
Job Description:
We are looking to recruit a support worker to provide 1:1 enabling support for a young man both within his own home and in the local community, accessing age-appropriate activities.
The child has a diagnosis of ASD, ADHD, learning disabilities, OCD, and dyspraxia. He is a happy, pleasant young man with sound verbal communication skills and can manage his own personal care.
He has a keen interest in transport, including buses and trains, and enjoys being out on these. Due to sensory issues around hearing, he prefers quieter activities in the community, such as SEN soft play sessions. Support in accessing these activities and supporting his interests is preferred.
There will be no medication to be administered in this role.
Rate of Pay: £13.09 per hour
Hours Breakdown:
* 4 hours per week during term time – evenings/weekends
* 8 hours per week during school holidays – more flexibility required
Person Specification
* Experience and positive understanding of children with disabilities
* Genuine interest in working with young people with complex needs
* Patience, positivity, and sensitivity to behavioral changes
* High initiative
* Punctuality and reliability
* Flexibility
* Happy, positive, and caring nature
* Respect for confidentiality
A car driver is essential, insured for business use. Mileage will be paid accordingly.
A full enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required; costs will be covered by the employer.
Services:
* Domestic Care
* Social + Leisure activities
* Support to remain independent
Training:
* Autism / Aspergers
Transportation:
* Full UK driving license
* Own personal car
Schedule, Pay & Hours
4 hours/week during term time (evenings/weekends), 8 hours/week during holidays. Flexibility required.
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