Job Ref: NH WN EL, Part-time Support Worker Required in Tranent

Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Tranent is looking for a patient and enthusiastic Part-time Support Worker to assist a teenager with autism and ADHD. The role includes supporting him in various activities such as football, swimming, and going to the cinema. Understanding autism and ADHD is preferred, and PVG membership is essential. Pay is £12.60 per hour, with flexible shifts over weekends.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of autism and ADHD would be useful.
• Experience of helping people with those conditions preferred.
• PVG membership or willingness to join is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support a teenager with autism and ADHD to attend activities.
• Encourage the learner while actively engaging in activities.

Skills

Knowledge of autism and ADHD

Experience supporting individuals with autism and ADHD

Engagement in activities

Job description

Overview

Job Ref: NH WN EL, Part-time Support Worker Required in Tranent

Teenager with autism and ADHD in Tranent looking for a support worker to help him attend activities. Looking for a patient, enthusiastic person who can encourage the lad whilst also participating with him in a wide range of pursuits. He enjoys football, rugby, cycling, swimming, gym, bowling, cinema, go-karting and playing drums.

Responsibilities

• Support a teenager with autism and ADHD to attend activities and participate with him in a range of pursuits.
• Encourage the learner while actively engaging in activities such as football, rugby, cycling, swimming, gym, bowling, cinema, go-karting and playing drums.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of autism and ADHD would be useful, as well as experience of helping people with those conditions.
• PVG membership or willingness to join is essential.
• Being a driver willing to use own vehicle at work would be advantageous but not essential.

Details

• Rate of pay: £12.60 per hour.
• The post is seven hours per fortnight, consisting of one shift on a Friday afternoon, Saturday or Sunday. Shifts to be arranged, with some flexibility required.

How to apply

• Please apply as soon as possible by emailing your CV and covering letter to [e-mail] and remember to quote reference NH WN EL.
• For more information please download a job description.