Care Assistant for a young person F/T@ £12.21/hr in Stockton-on-tees - PTE
Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: b20116b6
Looking for a friendly personal assistant for a child in Hartburn. Client is a happy eleven year old boy who enjoys watching his ipad and playing with sensory toys. He has autism, global developmental delay and cardiopulmonary hypertension.
We are looking for a friendly, experienced carer to help support him at home and occasionally to go out into the community. To help support family life and to be with client if his parents and siblings are going out or busy with other tasks.
This is a hands-on, one-on-one care role focused on helping our child with everyday activities and ensuring their safety, comfort, and emotional well-being. You’ll be supporting:
* Daily care routine (toileting & feeding)
* Communication and sensory play, using visuals or alternative strategies
* Simple educational activities or therapy tasks
* Managing challenging behavior calmly and positively
* Keeping their environment safe, clean, and organized
* Accompanying on outings & therapy appointments. Taking him in sensory playground.
What We’re Looking For:
* Prior experience caring for children with autism and developmental delays (essential)
* Kind, patient, and emotionally intuitive
* Comfortable with basic medical care (or open to training)
* Reliable, punctual, and able to follow care routines
* Good communication skills and a respectful approach to working in a family home
* Enhanced DBS check (or willing to get one)
* Full driver’s license and own vehicle
Desirable (but not essential):
* Experience with non-verbal children or
Background in disability support, special education, or child development
* First Aid and CPR certification
* Understanding of sensory needs and behavior regulation
Key Responsibilities
Services
* Personal Care
* Domestic Care
* Social + Leisure activities
Training
* Safeguarding Adults/Children
* Understanding challenging behaviour
* First Aid
* Autism / Aspergers
Transportation
* Full UK driving license
* Own personal car
Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com
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