Weekend and Weekday Support Worker

Our client has a real passion for writing and learning new languages and is currently studying Maths at college.  He is also an avid cyclist and as with any young adult enjoys listening to music. He is looking for a kind, positive Support Worker who is fun-loving like himself and who would share an interest in his hobbies. He is bright and inquisitive and open to being introduced to new activities, would you like to explore these together? To find out more about this role get in touch.

The Role:

The client is a 20-year-old man who has cerebral palsy and is dependent on others for all his needs.  He is a wheelchair user and non-verbal but is very good at using a communication aid to articulate his wishes. His behaviour can be challenging at times and he can experience low mood.  His family and Support Worker team including a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) are working with him on this aspect.

He lives in his family home with his parents and two younger siblings.  Although working alone with our client whilst in his family home (family may be present in the home) another Support Worker will accompany you on days out/holidays where needed.  Full training in all aspects of our client’s support will be given and you will be supported by his Team Leader and Parents.

About You:

You will provide a supportive approach to our client by following his Care plan, providing personal care and helping him pursue his interests and hobbies, as well as explore any new activities in which he might be interested.  You will be kind, positive and reliable with a good sense of humour with the ability to think on your feet.  You will enjoy the company of animals as our client has a small dog.

If you have previous experience as a Support Worker or in SEN this would be advantageous but please do apply even if you don’t have experience as full training will be provided.  You will need to be a driver (over 21 for insurance purposes) with a full, clean driving licence as you will take our client out in his own manual adapted car.

You will double up with another Support Worker at times, particularly for trips out.

Pay:

£14.50 per hour – rising to £15 per hour after completion of satisfactory probationary period.

Does the job role include personal care?: Yes

Working Patterns:

Hours / Shifts

There is a 2 week rolling rota.

Hours / Shifts

There is a 2 week rolling rota.

Term time

Week 1 

Once a week (day can vary) – 15:45 to 22:00 (6 hours 15 minutes)

Both days of weekend on 2 out of 4 weeks (as E goes to respite one weekend a month)– one day 08:00 to 17:30 (9.5 hours) and the other day 11:00 to 22:00 (11 hours)

Week 2 

Once a week (day can vary) – 15:45 to 22:00 (6 hours 15 minutes)

School holidays – hours can vary according to E’s needs and your availability – could include long days or afternoon/evening shifts.

It is essential that you are able to work at least one weekend day every other weekend for 2 out of every 4 weeks.  There is some flexibility around other hours, so please do apply even if you are unable to work all weekday hours advertised. More hours are likely to be available from January 2024.

Essential details:

If you have previous experience as a Support Worker or in SEN this would be advantageous but please do apply even if you don’t have experience as full training will be provided.  You will need to be a driver (over 21 for insurance purposes) with a full, clean driving licence as you will take our client out in his own manual adapted car.