Support Worker/Companion SPA- EJO

Kingston Centre for Independent Living; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas UK is seeking a caring and experienced personal assistant to support an 18-year-old young woman. The role involves accompanying her to community activities, school-related outings after class on Mondays, and flexible hours during school holidays.

Training may be provided for epilepsy and behaviour support, with a focus on promoting independence and confidence. Ideal candidates will have prior experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder and learning disabilities, along with a calm,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and learning disabilities.
• Calm, patient and kind approach; ability to build trust.
• Epilepsy understanding desirable; epilepsy training provided for the right person.
• Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support an 18-year-old young woman with activities in the community and at home.
• Accompany to outings (playgrounds, parks, gym, SEND swimming) and holidays.
• Encourage independence, confidence and enjoyment of everyday activities.
• Follow a behaviour support plan and attend training as needed.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

ASD experience

Calm demeanor

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a caring, reliable and experienced PA to support an 18-year-old young woman. This is a rewarding role supporting a happy young woman to enjoy activities in the community and make the most of her free time. The hours will be on Mondays after school during term time (flexible hours during school holidays). The successful PA will accompany SPA-EJO on a variety of outings, including visits to local playgrounds, walks in the park, trips to the gym and SEND swimming sessions. At home and out in the community, she also enjoys looking at books and pictures, completing jigsaw puzzles and listening to music. The role is about providing the right level of support while encouraging her independence, confidence and enjoyment of everyday activities. We are looking for someone with previous experience supporting people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and learning disabilities. The ideal candidate will be calm, patient, kind and able to build a trusting relationship. An understanding of epilepsy is desirable, and epilepsy training is preferred. However, epilepsy training will be provided for the right person who is willing to learn. Experience following a behaviour support plan is ideal but training can be provided.

Right to Work In the UK Previous experience supporting people with Austim Spectrum Disorder.