Overview
PA / SEN Support Worker in York, YO23. Part-time and full-time hours available supporting a teenager with complex care needs. Up to £17.50 Gross per Hour.
Responsibilities
* Provide 2:1 care alongside a team member or parent, with mornings including chest physio, stretching, personal care, dressing, breakfast and transport to school.
* Support afterschool, weekends and school holidays with planning and participation in activities, outings and community engagement that reflect the young person’s interests.
* Manage pain and comfort levels on days when needed and support recovery; promote independence and the young person’s participation in activities.
* Be adaptable, creative and able to think outside the box to meet the needs of the young person.
What you will be doing
* Advocate for independence and provide hands-on support for daily living tasks.
* Help with routine care; support communication through Eye Gaze technology and signing as required.
* Assist with nutritional and medical needs as directed (oral suctioning, chest physio, oxygen administration, PEG/J-tube feeding).
* Observe and report changes in health and wellbeing, coordinating with the care team and family.
Qualifications
* Essential: Previous experience supporting a young person with additional needs; confident in manual handling; non-smoker/vaper.
* Desirable: Experience with dystonia, tube feeding, oral suctioning and chest physio.
Role Details
* Location: York, YO23. Nearest station: York Railway Station.
* Wage: £17.00 Weekdays, £17.50 Weekends (gross per hour).
* Driver required: Yes, Automatic Adapted Vehicle (WAV) for use on duty.
* Dates: ASAP start; term-time hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00–10:00 and 15:00–21:00; weekends/holidays: 08:00–20:00. Full and part-time contracts available.
* Pet policy: N/A.
* Recruiters: Jade and Suhada (contact details provided in original posting).
About the client
Charlie is a 15-year-old with complex medical needs, including dyskinetic cerebral palsy, progressive dystonia, developmental delay, and sensory impairments. He uses a wheelchair, requires oral suctioning and chest physio, with nutrition administered via a PEG/J-tube. Charlie communicates primarily through Eye Gaze technology and enjoys football and gaming.
What’s great about this job
You’ll join a close-knit, professional care team with excellent person-centered training, a full induction and ongoing supervision. Charlie is described as a star with a positive personality and supportive teammates.
Recruitment
Our client uses Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm essential criteria before proceeding. By applying, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to the client. Sponsorship is not available for this vacancy.
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