Purple DPSS • Cheshunt, Waltham Cross
About this role
Carer /Support Worker
Job ref. PUR-140-022
About the Direct Payment Holder
A kind, patient and non-judgmental Carer is required to support a friendly 19-year-old young man with Special Educational Needs and learning disabilities to build confidence, independence and social connections within the community.
This role would suit somebody with a good sense of humour, a calm and easy-going nature, and ideally someone who enjoys spending time with young people and supporting them in a subtle, encouraging way.
The young man enjoys music (especially Twenty One Pilots), Doctor Who, cooking, art, animals, horror films, comic com events and cinema. He enjoys meaningful conversations once he becomes comfortable with somebody and would benefit from support to reduce social isolation and develop confidence in community settings.
Hours and rate of pay
Hours
6 hours per week
Working Pattern
Flexible – support may take place on Mondays, evenings, weekends or occasional weekdays, planned in advance where possible
Location Cheshunt, Hertfordshire (EN7 area)
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
- Introduction to first aid
- Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…
Attending local activities and youth groups
Trips to the cinema, bowling, swimming or local events
Occasional trips to London for comic or entertainment events
Support with shopping, budgeting and simple cooking activities
Providing companionship and emotional reassurance in the community
Encouraging independence and social confidence
Required skills and experience
Kind, understanding and emotionally supportive
Confident, reliable and flexible
Able to communicate well with both the young man and his family
Comfortable supporting someone experiencing anxiety and low confidence
Open-minded, quirky or creative personalities are welcomed
No formal qualifications are required, although experience supporting young people or individuals with additional needs or mental health challenges would be beneficial.
Driver Requirement
Essential – applicants must have access to their own car and be willing to support community access and outings.
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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