Positive Role Model & Support Worker for a Young Man in Ashington - £14.67 per hour

UKCIL Ltd.; Ashington; Presencial; GBP 17 000 - 24 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

UKCIL Ltd. is seeking a Positive Role Model & Support Worker to assist an 18-year-old in Ashington. You will help him enjoy social and leisure activities in the local community, build confidence and independence, and maintain safety with supportive guidance.

The role involves 6 hours per week at £14.67 per hour, with shifts typically after college, on weekends, or split across sessions. Experience with autism/ADHD is desirable and safeguarding knowledge is important.

Qualificações

• Experience supporting young people with autism, ADHD or learning disabilities is desirable.
• Kind, patient, reliable and trustworthy.
• A good communicator with a positive attitude.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Able to support independence while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Someone who can provide companionship and positive encouragement.

Responsabilidades

• Supporting social and leisure activities in the community
• Encouraging independence and confidence-building skills
• Providing appropriate guidance and supervision to ensure safety
• Building a positive and supportive working relationship
• Acting as a positive role model whilst promoting choice and independence

Conhecimentos

Empathy

Patience

Reliability

Communication

Safeguarding awareness

Boundaries

Companionship

Independence support

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Positive Role Model & Support Worker for a Young Man in Ashington - £14.67 per hour

Are you caring, reliable and looking for a rewarding role supporting a young person to enjoy social and leisure activities in their local community? A family in Ashington is seeking a Personal Assistant to support an 18-year-old young man with autism, ADHD and a moderate learning disability. He is a friendly, polite and good-humoured young man who enjoys trips to the arcade, cinema visits, gaming shops, ice cream and the occasional McDonald's outing. This role would suit someone who can build a positive, supportive relationship while helping him develop confidence, independence and community participation in a safe and enjoyable way.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting social and leisure activities in the community
• Encouraging independence and confidence‑building skills
• Providing appropriate guidance and supervision to ensure safety
• Building a positive and supportive working relationship
• Acting as a positive role model whilst promoting choice and independence

Essential Skills & Qualities

• Experience supporting young people with autism, ADHD or learning disabilities is desirable
• Kind, patient, reliable and trustworthy
• A good communicator with a positive attitude
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
• Able to support independence while maintaining appropriate boundaries
• Someone who can provide companionship and positive encouragement

Hours and Pay

• 6 hours per week
• Hours to be agreed, typically after college, at weekends, or split across two or three sessions
• £14.67 per hour

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment. Applicants will be considered based on their skills, experience, and suitability for the role.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to a young person's independence, confidence and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Autism / Aspergers

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car