Female Therapy Assistant / Support Worker Biddenden
Information
Location: Biddenden, Kent
Pay: £18 per hour
Hours: Part-time, term-time only
Shifts available: Morning and/or afternoon/evening shifts
Contract: Permanent, part-time
Driving required: Yes Own vehicle needed due to rural location
Training: Full specialist training provided
Are you passionate about making a real difference in a childs life?
We have two fantastic opportunities to join a dedicated, supportive team working with Lily who is a bright, bubbly, and engaging 7-year-old girl in her family home in Biddenden.
Lily has cerebral palsy, which affects her mobility and movement. She communicates using speech, Makaton and symbols, and enjoys being outdoors, swimming, music, arts and crafts, playing with her siblings and bubbles.
What youll be doing
Supporting Lily with her daily routine, personal care and activities
Following therapy programmes and encouraging skill development
Supporting communication, mobility and independence
Working closely with Lilys family, therapists and case management team
About you
Patient, kind, reliable and nurturing
Experience with or caring for young children, including personal experience
Full, clean UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Confident driving a wheelchair accessible vehicle, or willing to learn
Good communication skills and able to follow guidance and therapy plans
Functional Skills/GCSEs in Maths and English, with basic IT literacy
*Female applicants only. This requirement applies under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 due to the personal care element of the role.
Hours available: Applicants can apply for one or both roles
Morning role
3 mornings per week, 6:45am8:30am
Afternoon/evening role activity and therapy support
3 shifts per week, 3:30pm6:30pm
Additional information
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. Full specialist training will be provided.
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