Afternoon Support Worker for Neurodiverse Child (Water-Safe)

Freedom Care Group; Ferndown; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Freedom Care Group is seeking a Support Worker for Ferndown to provide after-school style support in three 3-hour weekday sessions. The role involves assisting a child who uses a specialist pool, including water-related activities, with supervision by another worker in every session.

You will gain full training, participate in shadow shifts, and foster a trusting relationship with the child and family while maintaining detailed records.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience supporting children with neurodiverse needs.
• Experience with autism, ADHD, PDA or learning disabilities.
• Experience supporting children with complex needs and behaviours of concern.

Responsibilities

• Support the same child over time, learning routines and communication style.
• Work in pairs (2:1) for each session.
• Provide personal care and support with medication (training provided).
• Maintain accurate records and communicate clearly.
• Attend mandatory training and DBS checks.

Skills

Neurodiverse support

Behaviour as communication

Personal care training

DBS check/Update Service

Driving is helpful

Education

Health and Social Care Level 3

Equivalent qualification

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Freedom Care Group is seeking a Support Worker for Ferndown to provide after-school style support in three 3-hour weekday sessions. The role involves assisting a child who uses a specialist pool, including water-related activities, with supervision by another worker in every session.

You will gain full training, participate in shadow shifts, and foster a trusting relationship with the child and family while maintaining detailed records.