Support Worker

Ryan, is an 8-year-old non-verbal autistic boy who attends a full-time special school. He benefits from routine, a calm approach, and support from someone who can build trust over time. - Role Responsibilities

• Spending time with Ryan and supporting his communication needs
• Playing, engaging in activities and providing encouragement
• Preparing and feeding him available food
• Taking him out for walks, playground visits or other outdoor time
• Bathing/shower support
• Optional: Driving him to local activities (if you drive)
  
  Patient, reliable and calm in approach
• Comfortable supporting autistic children
• Able to follow routine and build trust gradually
• Friendly, consistent and willing to learn Ryan's ways of communicating, Enhanced DBS check (arranged/processed for you)
• Right to work in the UK
• Experience with children or autism preferred but not essential
  
  As an employed personal assistant, you will be eligible for free membership to the Independent Living Group. Benefits include:
• Eligibility to sign up for the Blue Light Card for only £4.99 which gives you access to a large range of discounts across retail, leisure, and other services at companies nationwide
• Counselling helpline, legal helpline and personal financial support
• Shopping discounts platform
• My Mind Pal mental health app subscription