SEN Support Worker, Itchingfield, RH13
A flexible and dynamic role with excellent training opportunities available for a SEN Support Worker to work with a bright and engaging young chap with a physical disability, following a Conductive Education Programme. Up to GBP19.00 Gross per Hour.
Nearest Tube/Station: Not applicable
Wage/Salary: GBP17.00 Weekdays GBP19.00 Weekends Gross per Hour
Driver Essential? Yes, WAV (automatic drive) for use on duty
Essential: Confidence supporting young people with additional needs, non-smokers/vapers
Desirable: Knowledge or experience of Conductive Education
Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours: Up to 30 hours per week, very flexible for the right candidate. A mixture of shifts, days, weekends, and nights available. Please get in touch with your availability.
About this client/child: Felix is 11 years old; he is an active, intelligent, and determined young man. He has a long list of hobbies and interests, including swimming, baking, story-time, socializing with his peers, and loves to be outdoors. He has dystonic cerebral palsy and epilepsy, and as a result, is dependent on others to meet all his care needs. Felix follows the ethos of Conductive Education, which means he is enabled by his support team to be as independent as possible in all his activities of daily living. He uses a communication device talker and is very capable of making his needs and wishes known.
Overview of role: His team of Support Workers / PAs assist Felix in all areas of his care plan, ADLs, self-help skills, and therapy programmes, whilst continually promoting his independence and working on his overall development. This role is about supporting Felix to reach his full potential, with excellent training provided by his team of therapists and conductor (conductive education specialist). We are building a team to provide 2:1 support, therefore we are flexible and will work around your availability.
Who this job would suit: This role will suit an active, dedicated, and proactive SEN Support Worker / PA; you may be currently working in a support team, seeking additional hours, or looking for the opportunity to learn new skills. You will be working alongside another team member and/or Felix’s parents who are supportive and invested in building a positive dynamic team.
What’s great about this job: Working with Felix is the best part of this role; he has huge potential, and you will be able to see the big and small achievements. The team is flexible, and we can work around your availability. We offer excellent training opportunities, ongoing supervision, and support; and you will be part of the amazing team Felix!
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