KT12 | Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

In dieser erfüllenden Rolle als SEN Support Worker unterstützen Sie einen jungen Mann mit besonderen Bedürfnissen in seinem Alltag. Sie helfen ihm, seine täglichen Aktivitäten zu bewältigen, einschließlich persönlicher Pflege und Therapie. Das Arbeitsumfeld ist positiv und unterstützend, mit einem engagierten Team, das sich um Cillian kümmert. Diese Position bietet Flexibilität bei den Schichten und die Möglichkeit, einen echten Unterschied im Leben eines jungen Menschen zu machen. Wenn Sie eine proaktive und positive Person sind, die gerne mit jungen Menschen arbeitet, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Keine Vorkenntnisse erforderlich, umfassende Schulung wird bereitgestellt.
• Eager to learn and passionate about supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Unterstützung bei täglichen Aktivitäten und persönlicher Pflege.
• Überwachung von Cillian während der Nacht und Unterstützung bei der Anfallbewältigung.

Skills

Proaktive Unterstützung

Klare Kommunikation

Energie und Begeisterung

Job description

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client/child:

Cillian is a 17-year-old who lives at home with his Mum, Dad, and 14-year-old brother. He is a cheeky, fun-loving, and sociable young man with a passion for music (any genre), disco parties in his therapy room, reading stories, watching funny movies, sensory activities, going for walks, hydrotherapy (hydro pool at the family home), and spending time with family and friends. Cillian has cerebral palsy, uses a wheelchair, has a visual impairment, epilepsy, global developmental delay, and receives nutrition, fluids, and medication via a PEG.

Cillian’s care team is seeking additional support to provide 1:1 and sometimes 2:1 support, including waking night support.

Overview of role:

Cillian follows an established routine that includes therapy, school, and activities. As a SEN Support Worker, you will follow his care plan to assist with all aspects of his daily living activities, personal care, manual handling, medication, PEG feeding (prepared by Mum), therapy, and enabling him to access and participate in his environment and activities. Due to his visual impairment, clear communication is essential to prepare him for upcoming activities. Seizures are usually tonic; protocols are in place, and training will be provided. During waking night shifts, you will monitor Cillian via CCTV and assist with repositioning and seizure management as needed. The rota is provided one month in advance, and shifts can be adapted to suit your availability. We are committed to finding the right team fit for Cillian, prioritizing his needs.

Shift details:

Shifts include: after school (only if local), weekends, and waking nights. Shift times are flexible to accommodate your availability, with the goal of building a supportive team around Cillian.

Who this job would suit:

No prior experience is necessary as comprehensive training will be provided. The ideal candidate will be proactive, positive, eager to learn, and passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential.

What’s great about this job:

Cillian is a joy to work with, and you will be part of a dedicated, supportive, and friendly team. Many team members have worked with Cillian for over six years, reflecting the positive working environment and the rewarding nature of this role.

Recruitment process:

Our client uses the Shortlist Service. Applications will be screened to ensure they meet the essential criteria. Successful applicants will then proceed to the next stage of recruitment. By applying, you agree to us sharing your CV and contact details with the client.

Please note: Where a specific gender is stated as essential, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1 of schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, to comply with the client’s needs.