Description
The job itself
Job Description
We are looking for 2 support workers to support a young boy in Driffield. This is for a 6-year-old boy who is non-verbal with a diagnosis of Autism, GDD and high sensory needs. This post is for 4 hours per week term time and 8 hours per week throughout school holidays with flexible hours to be discussed with the family for the right applicants. We are looking for a mixture of home care and taking him out.
This young boy is very loveable and affectionate and is also very active. He enjoys being outside in nature and within open spaces where he can run and play. He enjoys play parks and outdoor areas as it allows him to meet his sensory needs such as spinning items, swinging and spinning around. He also enjoys being out walking in his pushchair. Swimming and other forms of water play is also a large part of his life.
This young person can display some challenging behaviours at times such as self-harming when he becomes unsettled, agitated or unable to communicate his needs. This can also be directed to adults around them at times. He also shows his emotions through stimming, smiling, laughing or becoming unsettled and changing his vocal tones. This young person also requires support with continence care, personal care and some encouragement with food and drinks.
Applicants need to be of a strong character with patience and a caring nature. You must be willing to work with some challenging behaviours and be patient to learn and understand his needs and his unique personality. You must also be comfortable with delivering personal care with changing pull-ups and clothes when necessary.
We are looking for people who can build a positive relationship with this little boy and the family and become part of his lifestyle, getting to know him and how he communicates, and understanding his behaviours and needs. To look after and support him both at home and in the community. Driving is not essential, though desirable.
If interested, please contact the family for an informal discussion at:
About the role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
● Encouraging the recipient to engage in activities.
● Helping to improve their social skills.
● Settling and supporting the individual.
● Looking after him in his home environment when family are out.
● Keeping them safe in the community.
● Helping them understand their surroundings.
● Taking him for walks in his pushchair or out for car rides.
● Taking him to the park.
● Encouraging social interaction and inclusion and providing emotional support.
● Assistance with food and drinks
● Assistance with Personal care when required.
Hours -
4 hours pw term time
8 hours pw holidays
Alternative hours can be discussed with family.
About the candidate
The suitable candidate must:
Be conscientious and committed to providing support as necessary for the child, building a rapport and a positive relationship with the child.
● Be patient, caring and understanding.
● Be able to build a positive relationship with the child to both encourage and support them.
● Build a relationship with the family.
● Have knowledge of working with young children and/or supporting a child with SEN needs.
● Special educational Needs/Autism knowledge.
● Willingness to learn.