Support Worker for a teenage boy P/T £12.21/hr in Billingham

UKCIL; Billingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support service is seeking a part-time Support Worker in Billingham to assist a non-verbal 12-year-old boy with activities and outings. This role requires providing personal care and engaging him in social and leisure activities. Candidates must have experience with children with learning difficulties, a full UK driving license, and be prepared to participate in outings. Training will be provided, and the employer will cover certain checks, making this a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about child support.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Training provided

Enhanced DBS check paid for by employer

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism or learning difficulties is essential.
• Must be organized with ideas for outings and activities.
• A driver’s license is essential for transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support for an active non-verbal boy.
• Plan outings to swimming and local parks.
• Assist the child in social and leisure activities.

Skills

Experience with children with learning difficulties

Organizational skills

Ability to plan outings

Driver's licence

Job description

Support Worker for a teenage boy P/T@ £12.21/hr in Billingham

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: cd6ad462

An opportunity has arisen to support an active, fun non-verbal 12 year old boy with outings on a 1:1 basis.

The post is to provide 6 hours of support per week during term time, and 10 hours per week during school holidays.

The family are looking for an enthusiastic, active person to take him swimming, soft play areas. He also loves being outdoors & enjoys trips to local parks.

The successful candidate will be organized, able to plan and have ideas on where to take client in addition to family’s requests. They will also be prepared to venture out of area to special needs centres such as Tim lamb Centre in Newcastle when required.

A driver’s licence is essential to make the most from the limited time available.

Due to his autism, his behaviour can be challenging at times, and occasionally personal care will be required.

Experience with children with learning difficulties is essential.

All applicant’s will require an Enhanced DBS check, but this will be paid for by employer.

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Personal Care
• Social + Leisure activities
• Support to remain independent

Training

• Essential PA Guide
• Safeguarding Adults/Children
• Understanding challenging behaviour
• First Aid
• Hand hygiene
• Autism / Aspergers

Transportation

• Full UK driving license
• Own personal car

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com