Overview
A Child Support Assistant is required for 5 hours per week in term-time with extra hours available in the school holidays. The role involves supporting a young boy with a physical disability and his family, including helping with swimming trips on Fridays after school and additional in-home support.
Responsibilities
* Provide all personal care as he is unable to toilet independently; assist with showering and dressing.
* Support the boy on trips and daily activities, including reading, play, meals, getting ready for bed.
* Assist with mobility and safety, including helping with car transfers and outings; some lifting required.
* Support with sensory needs and supervise to keep him safe.
Schedule and location
* Term time: two sessions of 2.5 hours, possibly Monday and Friday (Friday 3.30–5.30 pm) with some flexibility.
* School holidays: one session of 5 hours with potential for an additional 5 hours on some weeks; days flexible.
* Location: rural Slingsby (YO62). A driver is required; a Motability car is available, but the driver must be over 25.
Requirements
* DBS check required.
* Driving licence preferred; ability to drive preferred (over 25) due to regulations.
* Experience with Special Needs: Tar Syndrome or similar, and at least 1 year preferred.
* Language: English (preferred).
Pay and application
* Pay: £13.25 per hour.
* Expected hours: 5 per week.
* Job Types: Part-time, Permanent.
* Application: Please apply by CV quoting ref: D860. Nycil act on behalf of the employer, and we will pass applications direct to them.
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