Care Assistant for a young person P/T@ £13.09/hr in Cramlington - FTE - £25.5k

TN United Kingdom; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to provide essential support to a young person with autism. This role involves delivering 2:1 support, focusing on building a strong relationship while ensuring safety and comfort. The ideal candidate will have experience with children with disabilities, demonstrating patience and understanding of complex needs. With flexible hours primarily in the evenings and during school holidays, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in a child's life while enjoying outdoor activities and community engagement.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement of 5.6 weeks per year

Out-of-pocket expenses paid

Training provided

Enhanced DBS check costs covered

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with disabilities is essential.
• Must be patient and sensitive to behavioral changes.

Responsibilities

• Provide 2:1 support for a child at home and in the community.
• Assist with nighttime routine and outdoor activities.

Skills

Experience with children with disabilities

Understanding of complex needs

Patience and sensitivity

Reliability and punctuality

Flexibility and caring attitude

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Care Assistant for a young person P/T@ £13.09/hr in Cramlington - FTE - £25.5k, Cramlington

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Reference: (e10cefd4)

We are looking to recruit a support worker for 10 hours per week during term time and 5 hours per week during school holidays, providing 2:1 support for a child both at home and in the community. Initially, support will be delivered at home.

The support will mainly be after school from 4pm, with flexibility for evenings. The role includes supporting with the child's nighttime routine, bathing, and preparing for bed. Training will be provided for applying medicated creams if necessary.

The child has autism with a lower functioning age and limited verbal communication, requiring constant supervision to ensure safety. Recent behaviors include some adverse reactions to routine changes. The role involves building a strong, consistent relationship with the child and supporting appropriate behavior strategies.

The child is energetic and bubbly, enjoys outdoor activities like parks, forest walks, and beach visits, and swimming. Support workers should be comfortable with outdoor activities and swimming regularly.

Hours

• 10 hours per week during term time
• 5 hours per week during school holidays
• Hours mainly in the evenings, with more flexibility during holidays

Pay Rate

£13.09/hour. Holiday entitlement is 5.6 weeks per year pro-rata. Out-of-pocket expenses paid by employer.

Person Specification

• Experience with children with disabilities and understanding of their needs
• Interest in working with young people with complex needs
• Patience, positivity, sensitivity to behavioral changes
• High initiative, punctuality, reliability
• Flexible, caring, respectful of confidentiality
• Car drivers preferred but not essential; must have insured vehicle for business use, mileage paid

Enhanced DBS check required, costs covered by employer.

Additional Information

Support may be needed on weekends occasionally, scheduled as agreed. Services include social and leisure activities.

Training includes: Essential PA Guide, Safeguarding Adults/Children, Understanding Challenging Behaviour, Autism/Asperger's.

Transportation

Full UK driving license and own car required.

Schedule, Pay & Hours

Hours mainly in the evenings, 10 hours/week at £13.09/hr. Flexibility in scheduling, especially during holidays.