Support worker Leeds 11 flexible hours 4 per week plus 4 in school holidays £12.40 ph - Leeds - LS11

UKCIL Ltd; West Yorkshire, Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Support Worker, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing the life of a young boy with autism. This flexible position involves assisting him in various community activities, promoting his independence, and ensuring he enjoys engaging experiences. Ideal candidates will have a passion for supporting individuals with special needs, demonstrating qualities such as honesty, reliability, and adaptability. With training opportunities available, this role offers a rewarding chance to make a positive impact in a child's life while enjoying flexible working hours.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Holiday entitlement of 5.6 weeks per annum

Training available via the council

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with autism is beneficial.
• Training in autism awareness is available via the council.

Responsibilities

• Assist a boy with autism in community activities.
• Support independence and engage in leisure activities.

Skills

Knowledge of Autistic Spectrum Disorder

Ability to support individuals with challenging behaviours

Good listening skills

Ability to build respectful relationships

Job description

Support Worker Leeds 11 - Flexible Hours, £12.40/hr

Job Title: Personal Assistant to support a 10-year-old boy with Autism, requiring physical fitness.

Reporting To: Parent

Hours: 4 hours per week, plus 4 hours during school holidays. Hours are flexible and can be mutually agreed.

Holiday Entitlement: 5.6 weeks per annum (pro-rata).

Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of Autistic Spectrum Disorder and ability to support individuals with challenging behaviours is beneficial. Training, including autism awareness, is available via the council.

Requirements: DBS check will be completed prior to starting, along with reference checks.

Role Description: Assist a boy with autism, support his independence in the community, and engage in activities like playgrounds, swimming, and Monster Kidz. Ability to swim is preferred.

Person Specification: Honest, reliable, punctual, non-judgemental, trustworthy, flexible, adaptable, positive, and good listening skills. Ability to build respectful relationships and understand equality.

Services: Social and leisure activities, autism/Asperger support.

Schedule & Pay: Various shifts including morning, afternoon, evening, overnight awake, and overnight sleep shifts. Details to be discussed.