Child Support Assistant – Lancaster – D934

Nycil; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Nycil is seeking a Child Support Assistant to help a 7-year-old autistic boy engage with his interests and hobbies. The role involves 4 hours per week during term time (Saturday morning) and 8 hours during school holidays with flexible scheduling.

The child is non-verbal and uses an AAC tablet; activities include outdoor time on a farm, parks, cycling and swimming. Patience and autism experience are required, and applicants must have access to a car.

Qualifications

• Patience and understanding when working with autistic children.
• Experience with autism or related support preferred.
• Reliable access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Support the child with interests and hobbies.
• Assist during outdoor activities such as farm visits, parks, cycling and swimming.
• Coordinate and communicate with guardians and local authorities as needed.

Job description

Child Support Assistant

We are looking for a Child Support Assistant to support a 7‑year‑old autistic boy with his interests and hobbies.

Working hours: 4 hours per week during term time (Saturday morning) and 8 hours during school holidays (flexible – Wednesday, Thursday or Friday). The role requires patience, understanding, experience with autism and access to a car.

The child is non‑verbal but uses an AAC tablet device for communication and enjoys outdoor activities on a farm, parks, cycling and swimming.

Pay: £13.79 per hour. Enhanced DBS check is required for this position (paid by the local authority).