Support Worker - JH-OO-Haverhill1

Oakland care

  • Haverhill, Suffolk
  • £12.50 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 28 days ago
Job DescriptionJob Reference: JH-OO-HaverhillJob Title: Support WorkerResponsible to: Directly accountable to and taking direction from the employer (Mum)Hours: 4- 18 hours per week / during school holidays onlyHourly Rate of Pay: £12.50Based at: Employer's own home in Haverhill, Suffolk and out in the local community.Job PurposeCaring for a nonverbal autistic young boy during the school holidays either at home in Haverhill Suffolk or out in the local community. The candidate must be a driver.Main duties:To support with:
  • Personal care e.g. changing nappies / toileting.
  • Constant supervision is required at all times.
  • Support with all safety aspects.
  • Assisting with medication
  • To support with feeding and drinking (help to make food / drinks)
  • Keeping him entertained and happy at home or either outside.
  • To build and friendly and trustworthy relationships with the child.
  • The boy does have epilepsy so you must follow his care plan.
  • The child is nonverbal and communicates through a talk pad.
  • The candidate must like dogs / cats.
  • To build a supportive relationship and take part in activities which the child enjoys.
  • To perform such other duties as may reasonably be required.
Personal Specification
  • Flexible in the hours and times that you can work.
  • Experience with caring for children with epilepsy and autism is essential
  • You should have knowledge and understanding of risks.
  • Be patient, friendly and supportive.
Special ConditionsThis post is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check at the Employers request prior to commencing employment. This is confidential and at no cost to yourself. The post carries a 6-month probationary period.DisclaimerThe Rowan Organisation is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer, nor responsible for any actions arising out of your employment.

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