Hi, Im Leo Will You Be My Support Worker? ?? Location: Essex, CM9 ?? Days & Hours: Bank hours available. Typical shifts are during school hours (MondayFriday) 1-2 days per week and one evening a week to give my parents a little break. ?? Pay: £14.50/hour weekdays | £15.50/hour weekends ?? Driver Required: Yes youll need your own car to get to work ?? Driving My Car: Yes I have a Wheelchair Adapted Vehicle (WAV), its automatic ?? Using Your Own Vehicle: Yes for work duties and training A Bit About Me I was born in 2017 and live at home with my mum, dad, and my twin brother Jacob. Im kind, brave, and determined to do my best every day. I love football (especially Chelsea!), swimming, and helping my dad coach a youth football team. Im home educated, which helps me manage my energy and do things at my own pace. I have Cerebral Palsy, which means I need a bit of help with my muscles and posture. I can walk and move around independently, but I get tired easily, and I have an electric wheelchair to help me when this happens. I also need support with planning my day, going to appointments, activities and sometimes with personal care. What Im Looking For Id really appreciate someone who: Is Supportive Is kind, patient, and full of energy Works well with my family and therapists Enjoys being part of a close-knit team Has Integrity Is honest, reliable, and professional Communicates openly and respectfully Always does the right thing Is Client Centred Puts me at the heart of everything Adapts support to suit my needs and pace Helps me grow in confidence and independence Is Quality Focused Takes pride in high standards of care Follows therapy programmes carefully Is observant, detail-oriented, and always learning Is Positive Brings a can-do attitude and a sense of fun Focuses on what I can do Celebrates progress and helps me live life to the fullest Your Role Youll help me with: Social activities and outings Home education Booking and attending appointments Some personal care and household tasks Working closely with my family, my Case Manager, and therapy team Experience Needed Essential: Supporting people with complex medical needs Experience with Cerebral Palsy Desirable: Working with children whove experienced trauma Interest in therapy What Youll Get 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata) Pension (subject to eligibility) Free DBS check Induction and training (including The Care Certificate) Regular supervision and support from my Case Manager and HR team Safeguarding My safety is really important. Youll need: Proof you can work in the UK References (including your last employer) An enhanced DBS check (dont worry a conviction wont necessarily stop you from working with me) ?? Interviews: Happening on a rolling basis apply soon! ?? Start Date: ASAP (once checks are complete)