Support Worker

Snap Inc.; Orpington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A caring family in Orpington seeks a warm and nurturing support worker for their 14-year-old daughter with cerebral palsy. This role involves providing personal care, engaging in fun activities, and occasionally supervising her younger brothers. Ideal candidates will have childcare experience and a passion for supporting children/young people with additional needs. Flexible weekend hours, with a pay rate of up to £20.00 gross per hour, with the potential for additional hours during school holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and young people with additional needs.
• Willingness to train in PEG feeding and hoist use.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support for a 14-year-old with cerebral palsy.
• Engage in fun activities and family outings.
• Supervise younger siblings occasionally if needed.

Skills

Childcare experience

Clear spoken English

Passion for supporting children/young people

Education

Level 2 Certificate in Social Care

Job description

The Role at a Glance

You will support Helen during weekends, providing personal care and enabling her to enjoy fun activities and family outings. The role has a "big sister" feel, with lots of shared activities and pamper time. Occasionally, you may supervise Helen's younger brothers if parents are supporting Helen. Additional hours may be available during school holidays, and occasional overnight stays may be required with notice.

Essential Requirements

Childcare experience, clear spoken English, genuine passion for supporting children/young people with additional needs.

Desirable Skills

• Disability experience


• Level 2 Certificate in Social Care


• PEG feeding and hoist experience (or willingness to train)

Job Profile

Support Worker in Keston, BR2. A wonderful weekend opportunity to support a sociable 14-year-old young lady with cerebral palsy who loves beauty, pampering, and fun activities. A reliable, nurturing, bubbly support worker who enjoys working within a family home. Disability experience is helpful but not essential; applicants with childcare experience and a willingness to learn are warmly encouraged. Clear communication and respect for privacy are essential.

Location & Salary

Nearest Station: Orpington
Salary/Wage: Up to £20.00 gross per hour (£18.00 if weekday hours are worked)

Schedule

Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours: 4 weekend days per month, 8.00am-6.00pm. Days can be individual Saturdays/Sundays or grouped together (e.g. one full weekend per month)

Recruiter Contact

Sally

About the Client

Helen is a happy, sociable 14-year-old who loves cinema trips, country walks, Disney, Barbie, arts and crafts, baking, swimming/hydrotherapy and anything involving beauty and pampering. She has cerebral palsy and developmental delay and requires adult support for all care needs. Helen is a wheelchair user and lives in a fully adapted home with hoists. She is PEG fed with a blended diet and has epilepsy, which is well managed with medication. Helen communicates through eye pointing, facial expressions and vocalisations and may need reassurance during periods of anxiety.