Employed Support worker LTES1402 in Eastbourne

I am looking for a special someone to support my lively, loveable 14-year-old son who has a diagnosis of ASD and can display behaviours which challenge. The role involves providing one-to-one support at home and in the community. He enjoys one-to-one time with an assistant and builds strong relationships with people who are friendly, calm and kind. The PA will support with toileting and dressing where needed, and always ensure his safety, particularly near roads. Occasional support at special events may also be required. Clear communication with the parents about all aspects of his care and activities is an important part of the role. The hours are 4hrs term time and 8hrs in the school holidays; we may wish to use more hours in the school holidays and less hours in term time, we can discuss this at interview. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships and supporting a child to feel happy, secure and confident in his everyday life.

Responsibilities

• Personal grooming
• Eating and drinking assistance
• Other relevant duties as required
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Dressing / undressing
• Bathroom assistance

Qualifications and attributes

• Experience in working with children with ASD is preferred.
• Respectful of the employer's privacy and confidentiality
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to both follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Fit and healthy to undertake the required duties
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Creative
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Must be comfortable with pets
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety

We have a lovely house cat, so you will need to take care when opening main doors etc.

Additional requirements

• Non-smoker due to medical reasons
• Non-smoker preferred or someone willing to refrain from smoking during working hours
• Vulnerable to the risk of infection and disease transmission

Notes

• All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.