Description
The job itself
Hours of work
3 hours per week term time and 6 hours per week during the school holidays.
About the recipient
They need patient, understanding support with:
1. Communication.
2. Dressing and personal care.
3. Accessing food and drink.
4. Moving around, as their mobility can be challenging.
5. Interacting with others.
6. Reading and writing.
7. Staying safe in the community.
8. Understanding danger.
9. Following and maintaining their routine.
10. Understanding and managing their emotions.
Having consistent, kind support helps them feel secure and supported.
What Helps Them Best
11. Familiar routines.
12. Calm, reassuring people.
13. Clear communication.
14. Encouragement and praise.
15. Opportunities to help and be involved.
16. Sensory friendly environments.
About the role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
17. Encouraging the recipient to engage in activities.
18. Helping to improve their social skills.
19. Settling and supporting the individual.
20. Keeping them safe in the community.
21. Helping to fulfil their potential and aspirations.
22. Attending/transporting the individual to social activities and appointments.
23. Encouraging social interaction and inclusion and providing emotional support.
About the candidate
The suitable candidate must:
24. Be conscientious and committed to providing support as necessary for the child.
25. Be patient, caring and understanding.
26. Be able to build a positive relationship with the child to both encourage and support them.
27. Be flexible to meet the needs of the family.
28. Have knowledge of working with or supporting a child with special needs.
DBS/Reference checks will be required for this post - Cost to be met by the local authority.