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UKCIL; Ashington; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UKCIL in Ashington is seeking a friendly Support Worker on a fixed-term contract (3 months, with potential extension) to accompany a young man in his early thirties on outdoor outings, cinema trips and social activities.

You will help him stay independent, build confidence with transport, and you must hold a full UK driving license and be comfortable driving. DBS check required; role may extend if successful.

Qualifications

• A DBS check will be required (cost covered by the employer).
• Experience in supporting individuals with autism and anxiety is preferred.
• Must be able to drive and accompany outings by car.

Responsibilities

• Support social and leisure activities for the client.
• Assist with independence and confidence-building, including trips to cafés and shopping.
• Transport to planned activities, starting with car and moving to public transport as appropriate.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Tools

Full UK driving license

Own car

Job description

Support Worker – Fixed Term (3 Months, with Potential Extension) - Ashington - £14.67ph

Support Worker – Fixed Term Contract (3 Months, with Potential Extension) We are looking for a friendly, outgoing and reliable individual with a love of the outdoors to support a young man in his early thirties to enjoy planned trips and activities. The individual you will be supporting has a diagnosis of Autism and experiences anxiety, particularly in noisy or crowded environments. He enjoys quieter settings such as walks in the woods or on the beach. Trips to the cinema are also a favourite, especially horror and animation films. As a trusting relationship develops, you will also support him to build confidence in activities such as visiting cafés and shopping for clothes. A good sense of humour and a relaxed, jokey disposition would be ideal, along with an interest in gaming and escape rooms - shared interests that will help you build a strong rapport. You must be a car driver. Initially, you will support outings by car, with a longer-term goal of helping to build confidence using public transport to increase independence. This is a fixed-term role for 3 months, with the possibility of extension. If you feel you could make a positive difference to someone’s life, we would love to hear from you.

Further Information:

An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required for the successful candidate (cost covered by the employer

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