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Hours: Flexible time commitment averaging 3 hours per week or 6 hours per fortnight
Rate: £12.21 per hour
Area: York
Are you lively and energetic?
Do you have a sense of fun and adventure?
Do you enjoy working with young people?
You could be the person we are looking for!
Our 15-year-old son is cheeky, lively, and knows what he likes. We are seeking an assistant to support him in socialising, developing friendships, and enjoying life in our local community. This role is needed because he has a learning disability related to Autism and Down Syndrome, which affects his verbal communication and safety awareness.
The support may include:
* Assisting with communication using Makaton and/or an AAC app on his iPad
* Helping with toilet visits and changing soiled nappies if necessary, as well as toilet training
* Supporting with eating, such as using cutlery and cutting food during meals or snacks
* Helping him make appropriate choices, like selecting food
* Cleaning face and hands after eating if needed
* Taking him to the park and supporting him on play equipment, bike or trike rides
* Assisting with playing football or other group sports and afterschool activities
* Supporting him in out-of-school activities
For more information, please see the full job details on our website.
This vacancy will close once a suitable candidate is appointed.
At the start of employment, the candidate must have permission to work in the U.K.
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