Support Worker Leeds 9 to work with autistic child 6 hours per week

UKCIL; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family support service in Leeds is seeking a compassionate and patient Support Worker to assist an autistic child for 6 hours a week. The role involves encouraging independence, supporting activities, and managing challenging situations. Training is provided, and a DBS check will be required prior to employment. The position offers £12.40 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism is preferred.
• Must be patient and understanding.
• Training will be provided around autism.

Responsibilities

• Support the child in day-to-day activities.
• Encourage independence skills such as shopping and using public transport.
• Help manage overwhelming situations for the child.

Skills

Patience

Understanding of autism

Job description

Support Worker Leeds 9 to work with autistic child 6 hours per week

Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 88339d98

JOB DESCRIPTION – Leeds 9 – 6 hours a week @ £12.40

To support my son who has autism.ADHD,Dyspraxia and anxiety. He has a funny sense of humour and when he builds a trusting relationship he is a lot more bubbly and out going. He needs support building independence skills for day to day life such as shopping, using public transport and being safe while crossing roads. He can be overwhelmed with high stimulating environments and does normally inform us by his actions. He will put his hands over his ears his eyes dart around and he becomes quite tense in his features. When this happens it is best to encourage him to leave the situation/ environment for 5/10 mins to give him a breather and time to process.

The applicant doesn't need to be able to drive, he enjoys public transport and does have a disabled bus pass that he can use for him and a companion. He also has a blue badge.

ACTIVITIES HE ENJOYS Playing football/ kick about Watching rugby (Leeds rhinos season ticket holder) Go ape style activities / clip and climb Trampolining Bowling Laser quest Gaming / arcades Theme parks. Walking Riding his bike

Confidentiality is of the upmost importance and you will need to be patient and understand how a child presents with autism. Training will be offered around autism and is arranged via the council there is also other training.

DBS will be completed prior to starting the role and two references taken up.

CLOSING DATE 5TH JUNE 2025

Key Responsibilities

Services

• Social + Leisure activities

Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com