Female Communication Support Worker/Personal Assistant - HRINY

Disability North; Boroughbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive organization for individuals with disabilities seeks a Carer/Social Worker to assist a sociable young lady with learning disabilities. The role includes providing high-quality support at home and during outdoor activities, and requires British Sign Language Level 1. Female applicants only. A driving licence and vehicle access are essential. This rewarding position is ideal for those who enjoy engaging in active and fulfilling experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience providing responsive support for young adults with additional needs.
• Ability to keep up with an active young lady during outings.
• Permission to work in the U.K. upon starting employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality support for a young adult with additional needs.
• Support the young person at home and during outdoor activities.
• Work alongside a second carer during outings.

Skills

British Sign Language Level 1 or above

Experience supporting individuals with autism

Ability to actively engage in outdoor activities

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

CSW/PA for a friendly, sociable young lady with learning disabilities. You must be active and like the outdoors, supporting at home, and during activities and outings. A second carer will support during outings. This is a very rewarding role supporting a young person who likes to share in activities and experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality and responsive support for a young adult with additional needs, including autism.
• Support the young person at home, during activities, and during outings, including outdoor activities.
• Be active and able to keep up with an active young lady; a second carer will assist during outings.

Qualifications

• British Sign Language Level 1 or above. Although further study is not a requirement, funding can be provided to study BSL Level 2 or 3, including 2 hours for study per week. The young person is hearing and has good understanding but uses BSL.
• Experience in providing high quality and responsive support for young adults with additional needs, including autism.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle; we live in a rural area close to the A1.
• At time of starting employment, permission to work in the U.K.
• Female applicants only as some personal care.
• There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be male/female in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 and Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 - 4.

Additional Information

This vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate is appointed.