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A supportive role for a young man requires a compassionate and patient individual to aid in personal care and daily activities. The position offers flexible hours and opportunities for overtime during college holidays. Experience with autism and willingness to learn are essential for this rewarding position.
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Location:Ashford, Kent
Pay:£16.22 per hour Monday to Friday Days, £17.34 per hour weekend and bank holidays, £NLW (currently £12.21 for those age 21+) per hour sleeping nights Monday to Friday, £NLW (currently £12.21 for those age 21+) +£1, sleeping nights weekends and bank holidays.
Hours:Various shifts available: Term Time: Monday and Thursday 3pm - 8pm, Wednesday and Thursday Nights 7:45pm - 9am, Saturday and Sunday Days 8:15 am - 9pm. Various 12 hour shifts available during the college holidays.Opportunity for Perm and Bank Hours.
Driver required?Essential
Using Own Vehicle for work purposes?Yes, on duty and to attend training. Must have business insurance.
Essential Experience: Experience/understanding of needs related to autism, learning difficulties, ADHD, speech and language delay and hearing difficulties.
Desirable:Experience of working with children with special needs (This is preferred but enthusiasm, patience and willingness to learn is essential).
Pets:1 dog
Interview Date (week commencing):As and when applications are received, this may be completed via video calling
Start Date:ASAP (subject to satisfactory employment checks)
Hi, Im a young man born in 2006, and Im looking for a dynamic, kind, patient, and caring person to help support me as I take an exciting next step in my life.
I live with my family (and our lovely dog!) in Ashford, but soon Ill be moving into my own space right next door. Its a big change, and Ill need someone who can help me feel confident and supported throughout the transition.
Im independently mobile and have Autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, hearing impairment, and a speech and language delayso I appreciate when people are calm, alert, and really understand how to support me. Sometimes I need verbal prompts, physical help, or someone who can use the right strategies when Im feeling overwhelmed.
I love going out in the car, riding on trains, eating out, swimming, listening to music, and playing computer games. Its important to me that the people around me interact with me and include me in whats going onI enjoy being part of things.
Youll be joining a great care team and helping me with day-to-day things like personal care, home activities, and fun trips out. Youll also help me take part in education, therapy, and leisure activities that help me grow. Once I move into my accommodation you will cook with me and help me to learn how to complete household chores. It is important that you are patient with me as I will be going from living with my parents to being in my own space.
Theres a chance for extra hours during college holidays and when other carers need cover, tooso if you're dependable and up for building a good connection, this could be a great fit.
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