Personal Assistant / Support Worker

Salary not available. View on company website.

Disability North, York

Part time
Temporary
Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 3 Oct | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: a1ae452324c84ca3ac47408a34432df0

Location ref: York

Disability North

Full Job Description

We are looking for a kind, reliable and flexible Personal Assistant / Support Worker to provide overnight support for a 7-year-old boy at our home in York.

If you are caring, enthusiastic and have the right skills to support a child with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

The role involves supporting with:

Preparing snacks and drinks between tea time and bedtime

Personal care, including helping with toileting, dressing for bed, and bath time

Supporting the bedtime routine and helping him to settle to sleep

Staying awake overnight to provide reassurance and care if he wakes (he may sometimes stay awake for long periods)

Patience and a fun, engaging approach

Willingness to ask for help when needed

Understanding of autism and pica

Flexibility in approach

Desirable Skills

Makaton Level 2-4

Experience working with disabled children

Experience working with non-speaking children, especially using a total communication approach

Requirements

Basic DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/personal-assistant-support-worker-127511303

Personal Assistant / Support Worker

Full Job Description

Direct job link

Relevant jobs