Flexible Special Needs Child Carer (Driver)

Disability North; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Disability North is seeking a female bank staff carer to support a 5-year-old girl with autism and sensory processing needs in Newcastle upon Tyne. You will provide nurturing care, handle medical needs including EpiPens, and accompany her to activities.

Role includes occasional overnights on Saturdays and holiday coverage. A driving licence and car with appropriate insurance are essential for travel to activities and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Female candidate with experience caring for children with additional needs.
• Driving licence and car with appropriate insurance.
• Comfortable handling medical needs and EpiPens.

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, nurturing care to a 5-year-old girl with autism and sensory needs.
• Take the child to supervised activities such as trampoline park.
• Overnight care on Saturdays, including Saturday evening start and Sunday 2pm finish.

Skills

Additional needs experience

Caring & nurturing

Medical needs handling (EpiPen)

Driving licence

Patience

Job description

Disability North is seeking a female bank staff carer to support a 5-year-old girl with autism and sensory processing needs in Newcastle upon Tyne. You will provide nurturing care, handle medical needs including EpiPens, and accompany her to activities.

Role includes occasional overnights on Saturdays and holiday coverage. A driving licence and car with appropriate insurance are essential for travel to activities and emergencies.