Care assistant for a young person

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

Job summary

A local council is looking for a Care Assistant for a young person in Bishop Auckland. This role includes supporting a fun, sensory-seeking 7-year-old with activities and outings. Candidates should be reliable and compassionate, ideally with experience with children or neurodiverse individuals. The position offers flexible hours during school holidays and term time, with competitive pay.

Benefits

Mileage paid

Activity costs covered

Support from Durham County Council

A chance to make a real difference in a child’s life

Qualifications

• Full DBS check (can be arranged).
• Experience with children or neurodiverse individuals preferred.
• Reliable, compassionate, and ready to build a meaningful connection.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, friendly support tailored to his needs.
• Join in with fun activities and outings.
• Ensure a safe and positive environment.
• Pick-up from Bishop Auckland and accompany him throughout the session.

Skills

Experience with children or neurodiverse individuals

Reliable

Compassionate

Education

Early years training

Job description

Overview

Care assistant for a young person

Job Opportunity: Sidekick for a Super sensory seeking 7-Year-Old

Employer: Durham County Council

Location: Pick-up from Bishop Auckland

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, friendly support tailored to his needs
• Join in with fun activities and outings
• Ensure a safe and positive environment
• Pick-up from Bishop Auckland and accompany him throughout the session

What We Offer

• Mileage paid
• Activity costs covered
• Support from Durham County Council
• A chance to make a real difference in a child’s life

Requirements

• Full DBS check (can be arranged)
• Experience with children or neurodiverse individuals preferred
• Reliable, compassionate, and ready to build a meaningful connection

Hours

School Holidays: 12 hours per week in October, December, April, and August, £13 per hour. Term Time: 1 evening per week (2 hours).

How to Apply

We’re excited to hear from you! Would prefer someone who has early year training would suit someone at college or works within a school that want more hours in the school holidays. Please apply by visiting ukcil.com or applying above.