Compassionate Support Worker for a Lively 9-Year-Old

Sefton@Work; Tohatchi (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sefton@Work is seeking a patient, energetic Support Worker/PA to help a lively 9-year-old girl with complex needs. You will support her daily routines, encourage play and learning, assist with mobility and personal care, and accompany her on local outings such as walks, train rides, or library visits.

Hours are 5–15 per week during term time, with more during school holidays. Typical schedule is 2–3 afternoons after school and 4–5 hours on Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Experience and passion for working with children.
• Desirable: experience supporting disabled children.

Responsibilities

• Spending time in the family home playing and engaging with her with lots of intensive interaction.
• Taking her out on local walks or a short train ride or another community outing.
• Support her to have a drink and a snack.
• All aspects of personal care.
• The role may require you to support her access activities such as Riding for the Disabled, or accompany her and one parent to hospital or GP appointments.

Skills

Experience with children

Job description

Sefton@Work is seeking a patient, energetic Support Worker/PA to help a lively 9-year-old girl with complex needs. You will support her daily routines, encourage play and learning, assist with mobility and personal care, and accompany her on local outings such as walks, train rides, or library visits.

Hours are 5–15 per week during term time, with more during school holidays. Typical schedule is 2–3 afternoons after school and 4–5 hours on Saturdays.