Childrens support worker

The Rowan Organisation; Old Colwyn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An individual employer in Old Colwyn is looking for a compassionate Support Worker/Personal Assistant to assist a 14-year-old boy with autism. The role involves providing support in various activities, promoting independence, and maintaining personal hygiene. Applicants must have experience with children with disabilities, a valid driving license, and a willingness to adapt flexibly. This position offers competitive pay of £14.80 per hour for 3.5 hours every Sunday, with additional hours during school holidays.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Access to training and learning opportunities

5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting young children with disabilities and autism.
• Valid UK driving license and access to a car.
• Ability to promote confidence and independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide encouragement and support in interests and hobbies.
• Assist with personal hygiene and changing clothing when required.
• Ensure patient and supportive communication via gestures.

Skills

Experience with young children with disabilities

Patience

Observation skills

Trustworthiness

Job description

Overview

Job reference GS-KC-CCC2

Closing date: 30.09.2025

Job Title: Support worker/Personal Assistant

Hours per week: 3.5 hours a week every Sunday; plus an additional 3.5 hours during the school holidays (days/times to be discussed at interview).

Location: Colwyn Bay, Conwy

Rate of pay: £14.80 per hour.

About me

I am a 14-year-old young boy with autism and developmental delay. I am non-verbal, so good observation skills and patience are appreciated. I am looking for a PA who has experience supporting a young person with a disability, is caring, reliable and friendly. The PA will accompany me to my interests and hobbies, help expand my social horizons, and encourage me into new activities. At times my brother and his PA will be with us when we go out.

Required: full UK driving licence and access to a car.

What you can expect from me

• A safe, friendly, and welcoming workplace where you will be valued.
• Flexibility where possible with working hours.
• Supervision and support.
• Access to training and learning opportunities.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata).
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Knowing that you make a difference to my quality of life.

The kind of person I am looking for

• Has some proven experience of supporting young children with a disability and autism; please demonstrate this on your application.
• Will promote and support confidence and independence.
• Has a person-centered approach and a genuine interest in supporting people to achieve their goals.
• Can follow instructions and will establish a professional standard of care.
• Is trustworthy, kind, punctual and reliable.
• Is patient and supportive with good listening skills and an ability to provide non-judgmental emotional support.
• Maintains confidentiality and respects the privacy of the family, including the prohibited use of social media in relation to the job role.
• Can work flexibly, adapting to the variable requirements of this role as required.

Task and duties

• To provide encouragement & support in relation to interests & hobbies, such as indoor play areas. Encourage to access and explore new and suitable activities.
• Communication is via gestures rather than language, so it is essential that you have patience and excellent observation skills, to ensure needs are met.
• To accompany when using public transport, for which a bus pass will be provided. On occasions his brother’s PA will take responsibility for driving to places of interest.
• To prepare light snacks as required, giving due regard to food hygiene & specific dietary requirements.
• To provide support with changing clothing when required.
• To support with the maintenance of personal hygiene, to assist with toileting.
• To encourage physical and emotional development & feelings of social inclusion.
• To always carry a mobile phone. This must be kept always charged and in credit.
• To ensure that due consideration is always given to Health & Safety.
• Any other duties not mentioned but that fall within the scope of this role should be discussed and then mutually agreed. Undertake any further training if required.

The role is dependent upon a DBS and 2 references.

We are not able to offer sponsorship so proof of Right to Work in the UK is essential.

Please be aware that this role is being advertised on behalf of an individual employer and you will not be employed by The Rowan Organisation, nor will we be held responsible for any situation arising from your employment. The Rowan Organisation is a registered charity which supports people who employ their own staff through Direct Payments.