Support Worker | CO6

SNAP Care; Essex; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A care agency is seeking a dedicated female Support Worker in Essex to assist a lively young woman with Cerebral Palsy. The role involves driving her to various activities, including horse riding on a farm. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience and possess strong communication and teamwork skills. This position provides training and the chance to be part of a supportive team, ensuring a fulfilling experience for both the Support Worker and the individual under their care.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience supporting young people/adults within small home care team.
• Must be a confident driver and swimmer.
• Genuine love for horses and comfortable being around farm life.

Responsibilities

• Assist Zoe with activities including horse riding, feeding, and managing farm animals.
• Follow tailored therapy and care plans.
• Transport Zoe and her wheelchair to various activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Driving

Animal care

Job description

Support Worker CO6, Colchester. A wonderful opportunity for experienced SEN Support Worker to assist a very sociable, engaging and horse riding loving young person, 27 years old with Cerebral Palsy. £37,570.00 gross per annum

• Nearest Station : Colchester
• Salary / Wage : £37,570.00 gross per annum| £17.00 gross per hour
• Driving Requirements : Yes, essential and must have own car and business insurance – mileage paid for work use
• Essential : 2 years’ experience supporting young people / adults within small home care team, *female applicants only, confident driver and swimmer, confident around animals and particularly horses. Tech Savvy. Non-smoker / Vaper
• Start Date : ASAP
• Days & Hours : 08.00 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Friday.
• Pets in Home : One cat, very friendly
• Recruiter Contact : Janet

About the Client / Child

I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Zoe, her mum, dad and case manager! Zoe,27, is a vibrant, fun-loving, young woman. Zoe and her mum and dad live on a working farm, close to Colchester. Zoe thrives on engaging in a wide range of activities that include hydrotherapy, arts and crafts, drama, farm work, and horse riding. Zoe sustained an Acquired Brain Injury; as a result, she has Cerebral Palsy, which affects all four of her limbs. Zoe can mobilise independently but needs gentle 1 : 1 support to ensure she does not fall. She can walk in her house but uses a manual and electric wheelchair when out and about in her local community. Zoe can eat orally, with hand-on-hand support and lunchtime / dinner times need to be calm and slow; there will be additional information provided regarding this to shortlisted candidates.

The Role at a Glance

The shift begins at 8 : 30 AM sharp on Mondays. Zoe will be dressed and ready to head to the farm, (approximately a 40-minute drive) where she spends much of her time feeding, cleaning, and riding horses, managing goats, and caring for reptiles in the on-site reptile house. The *female support worker must have her own car to transport Zoe and her wheelchair to various indoor and outdoor activities (Zoe is a bit of an adrenaline junkie!). While a structured routine is in place, it is clear that animals, especially horses, are central to Zoe’s life. No professional horse training is required, but a genuine love for horses and comfortable being around farm life is essential. The role involves working alongside Zoe’s therapists, following her tailored therapy and care plans. Care plans are shared and updated through Apps and a work phone provided. Zoe also attends drama classes, goes swimming and is keen to explore arts and crafts classes. There will be a day in the week where Zoe likes to chill so this could be a day for looking at other quieter activities. Zoe’s mum or dad will be home to hand over at 4.30 pm.

This Job Would Suit

A professional, experienced *female support worker who can follow detailed care and therapy plans with precision. Someone who has effective communication and teamwork skills, is patient, dependable and truly dedicated to advocating for Zoe’s continued access to the experiences that bring her happiness and self-growth. Being able to step up and step back will be a core skill for this role. On top of this please also bring a fabulous sense of humour!

Why You’ll Love This Role

The opportunity to be part of a supportive dedicated team. Training and ongoing guidance will be provided and of course being genuinely committed and motivated to champion Zoe in living her fullest and most joyful life. And being around animals and horses particularly, Zoe and her support worker will have an amazing experience together.

Recruitment Process

This vacancy is being managed through Snap Care’s Shortlist Service. We will review all applications and verify the essential criteria are met before passing suitable CVs and contact details to our client / case manager, who will continue the recruitment process directly. By applying, you consent to your details being shared with our client.

Please note

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