Support Worker (child)

KDC North West; Knowsley; In loco; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

KDC North West is seeking a caring and reliable Support Worker to provide one-to-one support to an 8-year-old girl with autism, epilepsy, cerebral palsy and other needs. You will help her access community activities, play and develop independence while keeping her safe.

Specialist epilepsy training and Buccolam administration will be provided, with competency assessment. The role requires completion of pre-employment checks including DBS clearance and right to work.

Competenze

• One-to-one support for a child with complex needs.
• Specialist epilepsy management training provided and competency assessed.
• Pre-employment checks including identity, right to work, references and Enhanced DBS clearance.

Mansioni

• Provide safe, person-centred one-to-one support.
• Support participation in community, leisure and recreational activities.
• Encourage communication, independence and social interaction.
• Follow established routines and provide reassurance during periods of anxiety or change.
• Work closely with family and follow care plans.
• Maintain the child's safety and wellbeing, including epilepsy procedures.

Conoscenze

Empathy

Patience

Communication skills

Descrizione del lavoro

We are looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Support Worker to provide one-to-one support to an 8-year-old girl with additional needs, including autism, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, cerebral visual impairment and developmental delay.

The role involves supporting her to access community activities, engage in play and creative activities, develop independence, and enjoy positive experiences outside the home whilst ensuring her safety and wellbeing at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, person-centred one-to-one support.
• Support participation in community, leisure and recreational activities.
• Encourage communication, independence and social interaction.
• Follow established routines and provide reassurance during periods of anxiety or change.
• Work closely with family members and follow agreed support and care plans.
• Maintain the child's safety and wellbeing at all times, including following epilepsy care procedures.

Specialist training in epilepsy management and Buccolam administration will be provided by Alder Hey Children's Hospital. Successful completion of this training and competency assessment is an essential requirement of the role. The post holder will be required to follow the child's epilepsy care and recovery plan and administer emergency medication when required.

Employment is subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, right to work in the UK, references and Enhanced DBS clearance.

To be discussed at the Interview / Next stage – Competitive rate (dependent on experience)