SL6 | Saturday SEN Support Worker / Teaching Assistant

Snap Care; Bray; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care support services provider is seeking a dedicated Saturday SEN Support Worker in Bray to assist a young boy with Autism Spectrum Condition. The role involves providing personal care, implementing therapy, and creating engaging activities. Candidates must be confident, communicative, and possess a driver's license to travel to the family home. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a cheerful environment.

Qualifications

• Must have experience supporting a young person with Autism Spectrum Condition.
• Driver's license and own transport required.
• Ability to document and record care information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 assistance and support including personal care.
• Implement therapy programmes as directed by Jake's therapist.
• Create fun and engaging learning and play opportunities.

Skills

Experience supporting Autism Spectrum Condition

Strong communication skills

Confidence in personal care support

Job description

Overview

Saturday SEN Support Worker in Bray, SL6. Saturday position available for a SEN Teacher, Teaching Assistant, or experienced SEN Support Worker to assist a cheerful, happy, and engaging 12-year-old boy with SEN. £152.00 Gross per Shift

Details

Nearest Tube/Station: Maidenhead Railway. Will need own car to travel to and from family home

Wage/Salary: £19.00 Gross per Hour | £152.00 Gross per Shift

Driver Essential? Yes, to travel to and from family home.

Essential: Experience supporting a young person with Autism Spectrum Condition / Neurodiversity

Start Date: ASAP

Days & Hours: Alternate Saturday 10.00am to 6.00pm

Family/Client Pets: Not applicable

Recruiter: Jade [e-mail]

About this client/child

Jake is a cheeky, energetic, and outgoing young chap with a love for swimming, train rides, and sensory play! He enjoys playing in his sensory room and in general creating some mischief! Jake lives at home in Bray, Berkshire with his family and has a care team who provide day and night support. He has Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), a Learning Disability, Development Delay, and a Visual Impairment. When at home Jake is mobile, and when outside or for longer journeys he uses his wheelchair. Jake strives for his independence, and his family and team support and assist him to reach all of his targets and goals.

Overview of role

Jake requires 1:1 assistance and support including assistance with personal care, self-help skills, supporting with activities and outings, preparing meals and snacks, assisting and implementing therapy programmes (training provided by Jake’s therapist), and arranging fun and engaging learning and play opportunities. The role will involve supporting Jake with self-regulation and helping him to manage his expressive behaviours. It is essential that you are confident with documenting and recording accurate information, as Jake has a care log to be completed daily. Additional hours are available if desired, especially during school holidays.

Who this job would suit

A candidate with excellent ASC experience, confident, a strong communicator and dedicated. You will bring new ideas, be creative and motivational. Jake’s requires an SEN Support Worker that will encourage and support him to reach is potential. Due to the family home location, you must be a driver with your own transport.

What’s great about this job

Supporting Jake is the best part of this role, he is a funny, gregarious young chap with a zest for life! You will be working as part of a dedicated, organised and professional team, and will receive regular training and supervision by Jake’s case management team.

Who is recruiting for this role?

Our client is using our Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm the essential criteria for the position is met. The client will then continue the recruitment process. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to our client. Please see our website for more information.