SEN Direct Payment Worker: Flexible Shifts & Travel

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Driffield; On-site; GBP 1,378,000 - 1,929,000; Part time

Job summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking a Direct Payment Worker to support a 16-year-old male in Driffield. This is an external vacancy with 20 hours per week on an ad hoc basis, with additional hours during school holidays.

The role involves assisting with personal care, accompanying to activities and helping the family manage migraines and complex needs. Applicants should have SEN experience, be patient and proactive, possess good communication, be able to work on their own initiative and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with additional needs.
• Willing to undergo enhanced DBS clearance.
• Must have use of own car to transport the individual.
• Flexibility to meet short-notice shifts.
• Experience in Direct Payment or SEN services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care.
• Transport and accompany to social activities.
• Support access to community activities.
• Monitor wellbeing and provide emotional support.
• Ensure safety in community settings.
• Support family to fulfil potential and aspirations.

Skills

SEN experience

Clear communication

Patience

Own car

Team player

Job description

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking a Direct Payment Worker to support a 16-year-old male in Driffield. This is an external vacancy with 20 hours per week on an ad hoc basis, with additional hours during school holidays.

The role involves assisting with personal care, accompanying to activities and helping the family manage migraines and complex needs. Applicants should have SEN experience, be patient and proactive, possess good communication, be able to work on their own initiative and