Care Assistant for a teenage P/T £13.74/hr in Cramlington - FTE - £26.8k

UKCIL; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialized care provider is seeking a caring and energetic individual to support a 14-year-old with Williams Syndrome in Cramlington. The role involves providing social and emotional opportunities, meal preparation, and engaging in leisure activities. Ideal candidates should be able to build long-term relationships and work flexible hours. Competitive rate of £13.74/hr, with potential for additional hours during school holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with special needs is preferred.
• Must have a genuine interest in engaging with teenagers.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation.
• Engage in social and leisure activities.
• Provide support for maintaining independence.

Skills

Caring attitude

Social engagement

Ability to build relationships

Job description

Care Assistant for a teenage P/T@ £13.74/hr in Cramlington - FTE - £26.8k

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 6db34168

Are you a caring, energetic and most of all fun role-model?

My daughter is a dance and singing mad 14 year old who thrives on social connection and genuinely sees the good in people is seeking a support worker for 4 hours per fortnight during term time weeks and 4 hours per week during school holidays to engage in all things teenage!

Hours can be flexible and will be discussed during interview.

She has Williams Syndrome. This means she has a natural ability to communicate, is exceptionally sociable, has an affinity for music, an amazing memory, unique social skills and a “cocktail party personality”. This can also mean she can be vulnerable, working hard to understand social dangers. She is a typical 14 year old who`s only wish in life is to have the opportunity to enjoy age related activities with someone who can safely engage her in this important part of life.

The role would be to provide emotional and social opportunities to help Bells achieve independent and fulfilling social experiences, whilst maintaining safety and modelling positive relationships. We would love someone who is interested in taking on this role long term and who is committed to spending the time to build up a relationship with Bells and support her to be the person she wants to be.

If you feel you have what it takes to be the person who fullfills her needs! we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Food Hygiene
• Hand hygiene

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com