Autism Support & Leisure Companion (Driver)

UKCIL; Seaham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

UKCIL is seeking a dedicated support worker in the Seaham area to assist a 21-year-old man with autism, learning disability and epilepsy. The role involves driving the client to activities, providing companionship, and ensuring safety and continued engagement in his interests.

You will support social and leisure activities, help maintain friendships, and offer reassurance for anxiety. A DBS check is required and mileage is paid by the employer.

Qualifications

• Experience working with autistic adults.
• Full UK driving license and own car.
• Experience dealing with epilepsy.
• Enhanced DBS check required (employer covers cost).
• Preferably epilepsy emergency meds training, but training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Pick up Benjamin from his home in the Seaham area and accompany him to his chosen activities.
• Provide supervision and ensure safety during social and leisure activities, including epilepsy-related safety.
• Support activities at bowling, cinema, cafes, and shops, sharing the day and encouraging friendships.
• Offer reassurance and redirect his worries to help him stay engaged with interests and friends.

Skills

Driving

Autistic adults

Epilepsy awareness

Job description

UKCIL is seeking a dedicated support worker in the Seaham area to assist a 21-year-old man with autism, learning disability and epilepsy. The role involves driving the client to activities, providing companionship, and ensuring safety and continued engagement in his interests.

You will support social and leisure activities, help maintain friendships, and offer reassurance for anxiety. A DBS check is required and mileage is paid by the employer.