Weekend Support Worker for Neurodiverse Youth (2:1, Car)

Freedom Care Group; Bridport; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel time paid beyond 30 minutes

Mileage paid beyond 15 miles

Journeys with child in vehicle paid

Job summary

Freedom Care Group is seeking a Support Worker for Bridport, offering weekend sessions (Saturday and/or Sunday) with pay of £20 per hour on weekends and £18 per hour on weekdays. You’ll support the same child and family, learn routines, and participate in community activities, with full training and 2:1 staffing.

A UK driving licence and DBS checks are required. Travel time and mileage are paid beyond standard thresholds for sessions, with emphasis on safeguarding and building trusting

Qualifications

• Reliable weekend availability (at least one weekend in two)
• 2+ years’ experience with neurodiverse children/young people (autism/ADHD/PDA/learning disabilities)
• Experience with complex needs and behaviours of concern
• Experience with personal care and medication, or willingness to train
• Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle/insurance for transporting a child
• Willingness to complete Enhanced DBS check and DBS Update Service
• A Level 3 Health and Social Care preferred

Responsibilities

• Learn routines, interests, needs, and communication styles for the child.
• Provide familiar, consistent support and build trust with the child and family.
• Support community activities and transport the child in your own car.
• Sessions run 2:1 with another worker; full training/shadow shifts provided.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with the family and team.

Skills

Reliable availability

Experience with neurodiverse needs

Communication skills

Record keeping

Driving licence

DBS check compliance

Education

A Level 3 Health & Social Care

Tools

Car / Vehicle

Job description

Freedom Care Group is seeking a Support Worker for Bridport, offering weekend sessions (Saturday and/or Sunday) with pay of £20 per hour on weekends and £18 per hour on weekdays. You’ll support the same child and family, learn routines, and participate in community activities, with full training and 2:1 staffing.

A UK driving licence and DBS checks are required. Travel time and mileage are paid beyond standard thresholds for sessions, with emphasis on safeguarding and building trusting