MADP0126SW - Support Worker

Cornerstone Community Care; Peterhead; On-site; GBP 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A local support organization in Scotland is seeking a caregiver to provide support for a 6-year-old autistic child. The role requires encouraging and motivating him to maintain an active routine through various activities. Candidates must have PVG Scheme membership and be willing to build a trusting relationship with the child. Flexible Saturday hours are available, making it suitable for individuals looking for part-time work during school holidays.

Qualifications

• PVG Scheme membership or update & references required.

Responsibilities

• Support a 6-year-old autistic son on a 2:1 basis.
• Help him attend activities he enjoys, including outdoors and swimming.
• Supervise him at all times and manage challenges.

Job description

Overview

Saturday hours are either 9.30 – 1pm or 2 – 6pm

Some flexibility in times

Up to 8 hours, during school holidays

Responsibilities

• Support a 6 year old autistic son on a 2:1 basis, with motivation and encouragement to maintain and enjoy an active routine
• Help him attend activities he enjoys, including outdoors, swimming, trampoline parks and beach visits
• Supervise him at all times; manage challenges as he can be energetic and has no sense of danger
• Shadow the role initially to build a trusting relationship and provide reassurance and guidance where necessary
• Support him to safely reach his potential
• Assistance with transport when needed; car driver and access to a vehicle would be helpful but is not essential

Qualifications

• PVG Scheme membership or update & references required

How to apply

For an informal chat please call Sue: 07788851800

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