Female/Male support worker

Confidential; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Confidential in Greater London is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to assist a young male with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), who is predominantly non-verbal. The role involves 8 hours per week, weekday afternoons with possible weekend respite, and requires strict infection control as a household member is immunocompromised.

You will provide person-centred care, support daily routines, aid communication using picture books and devices, assist with personal care, nutrition, and monitoring

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism.
• Experience with non-verbal individuals and communication aids.
• Understanding of positive behaviour support.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support with daily routines.
• Support communication using picture books and communication devices.
• Assist with personal care, toileting and hygiene.
• Encourage nutrition and hydration.
• Follow the individual's Positive Behaviour Support Plan.
• Recognise signs of distress and respond appropriately.
• Monitor and report changes in health, behaviour and general wellbeing.
• Administer prescribed medication in line with training and procedures.

Skills

Autism support

Non-verbal communication

Patience

Observation skills

Communication devices

Tools

Communication devices

Job description

Hours: 8 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Weekday afternoons after school, with possible weekend respite.

We are seeking a compassionate, patient and reliable Support Worker to support a young male with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), who is predominantly non-verbal.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide person-centred care and support with daily routines.
• Support communication using picture books and communication devices.
• Assist with personal care, toileting and hygiene.
• Encourage nutrition and hydration.
• Follow the individual's Positive Behaviour Support Plan.
• Recognise signs of distress and respond appropriately.
• Monitor and report changes in health, behaviour and general wellbeing.
• Administer prescribed medication in line with training and procedures.

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting children with autism.
• Experience with non-verbal individuals and communication aids.
• Understanding of positive behaviour support.
• Patient, caring and reliable approach.
• Good observation and communication skills.

Important:

Strict infection control is essential, as a household member is immunocompromised. Carers must not attend shifts when unwell.