Care Assistant for a young person P/T 9hrs flexible @ £13.09/hr in Acklington

TN United Kingdom; Morpeth; Hybrid; GBP 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a rewarding role as a Care Assistant, supporting a young individual with autism in their community. This position offers flexible hours, allowing you to engage in meaningful activities like visiting local attractions and building a trusting relationship. If you are a caring, reliable individual who enjoys working with others and has a passion for making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you. You'll receive training in essential areas such as health and safety and safeguarding, ensuring you are well-prepared to provide the best support possible.

Qualifications

• Must like dogs/horses and be a non-smoker.
• Driver over 25 with access to a mobility car.

Responsibilities

• Support socialising and community access for a young person.
• Build a trusting, patient relationship with the client.

Skills

Experience with autism support

Driving skills

Caring attitude

Reliability

Job description

Care Assistant for a young person P/T 9hrs flexible @ £13.09/hr in Acklington, Morpeth

Client:

UKCIL

Location:

Morpeth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

a60a7667df90

Job Views:

8

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Overview: A person in Acklington with autism requires an enabler to support 9 hours per week. Hours are flexible, ideally 3 x 3-hour sessions per week, with occasional weekend work, to be discussed at interview.

Requirements:

• Must like dogs/horses
• Driver over 25 with access to a mobility car
• Non-smoker
• Experience preferred but not essential

Hours and Pay:

9 hours per week at £13.09 per hour

Main Duties:

• Supporting socialising and community access
• Visiting places of interest like cinemas, shopping centers, swimming pools, National Trust, Alnwick Gardens
• Walking the family dog
• Building a trusting, patient relationship with the client

Personal Qualities:

• Honest, reliable, caring
• Punctual and trustworthy
• Respect confidentiality

Additional Information:

An Enhanced DBS check is required, at the employer’s expense. Training will be provided as needed, including health and safety, safeguarding, challenging behaviour, first aid, autism, and Asperger’s.

Transportation:

Full UK driving license required; ability to drive a Motability-equipped car.