Compass Independent Living • Ferndown, Dorset

Support Worker JW/Dorset/180823

About this role

The Role

To provide support to a 5-year-old boy with autism. He is non-verbal but can copy some words. He struggles with his balance and co-ordination and uses a disability buggy. He is looking for a support worker to take him out into the community and to build trusting relationships with other adults. Must have SEN experience.

Main Duties

  • To attend local parks and to access the community.
  • To attend the beach. He is a sand lover!
  • To occasionally go swimming (employee would be expected to get into the pool).
  • To go to the zoo and theme parks.
  • To attend soft play.
  • encourage to eat and drink.
  • To provide personal care, such as changing nappies.

Personal Qualities and Attributes required

  • Respectful of confidentiality and privacy
  • Responsible, reliable, and trustworthy
  • Respectful of dignity and independence
  • Good communication skills and social skills
  • Punctual, and flexible
  • Car owner with driving licence and business insurance essential

*This role is a lone working position, and an Enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) is required for all staff undertaking the role*

Hours

6 hours to be worked in school holidays.

Pay

£12.71

Job Type

Part time

You must be able to prove your right to work in the UK. No sponsorship is available.