Employed Support Worker Wanted LTES1402

Independent Lives; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Independent Lives in Eastbourne is seeking an Employed Support Worker to provide one‑to‑one support for a lively 15‑year‑old boy with ASD, both at home and in the community. The role is part‑time, on‑site, and requires a driver’s licence and own vehicle. Hours are 4 hours in term time and 8 hours in school holidays (average ~5 hours per week).

Pay starts at £12.71 per hour. Applicants should be reliable, patient, able to follow directions, and comfortable around pets; disability DBS check may be

Qualifications

• Experience in working with children with ASD is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Personal grooming
• Eating and drinking assistance
• Other relevant duties as required
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Dressing / undressing
• Bathroom assistance

Skills

Experience with ASD

Job description

Employed Support Worker Wanted LTES1402

Company: Independent Lives Salary: from £12.71 an hour Hours: Part-time Location: Eastbourne Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent

Summary

Employed Support Worker Wanted

Ref: LTES1402

Location: Eastbourne

Details

This role is to support a Child

Drivers licence required: Yes

Own vehicle needed: Yes

Employment status:

Employed

Hours per week:

4hrs Term Time, 8hrs School Holidays (average of 5hrs per week). Days and times to be discussed at interview.

Hourly pay rate:

£12.71ph

I am looking for a special someone to support my lively, loveable 15-year-old son who has a diagnosis of ASD and can display behaviours which challenge, he is very strong so you need to be able to match his energy. The role involves providing one-to-one support at home and in the community.

He enjoys one-to-one time with an assistant and builds strong relationships with people who are friendly, calm and kind. The PA will support with toileting and dressing where needed, and always ensure his safety, particularly near roads. Occasional support at special events may also be required. Clear communication with the parents about all aspects of his care and activities is an important part of the role.

The hours are 4hrs term time and 8hrs in the school holidays, we may wish to use more hours in the school holidays and less hours in term time, we can discuss this at interview. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships and supporting a child to feel happy, secure and confident in his everyday life.

Experience in working with children with ASD is preferred.

Duties include:

• Personal grooming
• Eating and drinking assistance
• Other relevant duties as required
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Dressing / undressing
• Bathroom assistance

Candidate qualities:

• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be comfortable with pets
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
• We have a lovely house cat, so you will need to take care when opening main doors etc.

Additional requirements

Non-smoker due to medical reasons, Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours, Vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission

Notes:

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required. If the role is offered on a self‑employed basis, you will be responsible for the cost of your own DBS check.

If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self‑employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

Please note: If you do not hear back within three weeks of applying, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

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