Carer /Support Worker

Carer /Support Worker

Job ref. PUR-931-964

About me

A caring, patient, and understanding Female Carer is required to support a young woman with Down’s Syndrome, Autism, Epilepsy, and learning disabilities.

This is a rewarding ongoing role supporting an individual with complex needs to access activities she enjoys while encouraging independence away from the family home.

The client is mobile but requires support with most daily activities. She attends a day centre where she enjoys cooking, arts and crafts, listening to music, writing in her notebook, puzzles, games, and playing ball. She has a wonderful sense of humour, enjoys tactile interaction, and thrives with calm, engaging support.

As the client is non-verbal, she may occasionally experience meltdowns when unable to communicate her needs. The successful PA will need to remain calm, patient, and reassuring, ensuring her safety and allowing her time and space to regulate.

Hours and rate of pay Initially 9 hours per week

Increasing to 13.5 hours per week

Initially Fridays

10:30am – 3:00pm

Increasing to Mondays and Fridays

10:30am – 3:00pm

Year-round role

£13–£14 per hour

Location Stevenage (SG2)

DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check

Right to Work and references will be needed.

Training Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required

• Safeguarding Adults
• Introduction to first aid
• Health and Safety

What you would be doing… Supporting access to activities such as bowling, arts and crafts, cooking, games, puzzles, and music

Providing companionship and encouraging independence

Supporting with lunch and food preparation

Assisting with personal care if required, including toileting and cleaning hands/face after meals

Ensuring safety and emotional reassurance during outings and activities

Supporting participation within the day centre and community settings

The person I would like…

Female applicant preferred due to personal care requirements

Experience supporting individuals with Autism and/or learning disabilities preferred

Willingness to provide personal care

Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle insured for business use

Non-smoker

Calm, patient, and emotionally resilient approach

The ideal candidate will be patient, observant, creative, and understanding, with the ability to remain calm under pressure. A good sense of humour, awareness of surroundings, and a gentle, reassuring nature are highly important within this role.

Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.

* Sponsorship is not available for this role *

* No agencies please *

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