Carer/Support Worker/PA Southport DP/JR/JN

Sefton; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A private household in Liverpool is seeking a Carer/Support Worker to assist their cheerful 9-year-old son with autism. The role requires building a positive relationship through engaging activities, promoting independence, and ensuring safety. Ideal candidates should be friendly, empathetic, and experienced in working with children, particularly those with autism. This part-time position offers competitive pay at £12.75 per hour.

Qualifications

• Friendly, caring, and patient individual.
• Experience of working with children, preferably with autism.
• Good communication skills and punctuality required.
• Full driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Build a warm, trusting relationship through play.
• Supervise and engage in activities like Lego and swimming.
• Encourage social skills and independence.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing during activities.
• Communicate effectively with parents.

Skills

Empathy

Good sense of humour

Communication skills

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Experience with children

Ability to swim

Job description

Carer/Support Worker/PA Southport DP/JR/JN

About the role

We are looking for a caring, patient and fun individual to support and look after our bright and cheerful 9-year-old son, who is autistic. He has a fantastic sense of humour, a big imagination, and loves spending time with people who enjoy having fun and understanding his unique personality. This role involves engaging him in his favourite activities, supporting his routine, and providing a calm, positive environment that encourages his independence and confidence.

• 8 hours per week term time
• 10 hours per week school holidays
• £12.75 per hour

Duties

• Build a warm, trusting relationship through play and positive communication.
• Supervise and engage in activities such as Lego building, playing Xbox/iPad games and swimming.
• Encourage social skills, creativity and independence in a patient and supportive way.
• Ensure his safety and wellbeing both at home and during outings.
• Communicate effectively with parents about his day and observations.

Essential Skills

• You must be friendly, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic with a good sense of humour and a positive outlook.
• Experience of working with children (experience with autism preferred).
• Good communication skills and the ability to be punctual and reliable.
• Reliable and responsible with good communication skills.
• Full driving licence and able to swim.

An enhanced DBS check will be required before employment commences; this cost will be met by the employer.

We are a private household therefore we CANNOT provide sponsorship, so you MUST have a full right to work in the UK.

Please forward your CV to [e-mail] using the reference number DP/JR/JN.

If you do not provide the reference number details your CV will not be considered.