Weekend personal assistants required - Folwood area - LILS / EM / RSMS

We are looking for one/two dedicated and compassionate support workers to work individually with two children who have additional needs. The roles involve supporting each child for 6 hours per week, ideally on weekends. Hours can be worked as one full day or split over two days, depending on availability and suitability. Key Responsibilities:

• Engage the children in social and recreational activities such as:
o Sports and football o Park visits o Trips to shops o Going out for food and drinks
• Encourage independence and social interaction in community settings
• Provide consistent support and manage challenging behaviours with patience and understanding
  
  Experience or knowledge of working with children with ADHD and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Ability to manage and respond to challenging behaviours in a calm and supportive manner
• Reliable, responsible, and enthusiastic about supporting children to have fun and engage in their communities
• A car owner/driver is desirable for ease of travel to and from activities - including proof of business cover.
Additional Information:
• Full support and guidance will be provided
• DBS check required
If you have the experience, empathy, and energy to make a difference in a child's life, we'd love to hear from you.

Hours: 6 hours per week per child (weekends - flexible over 1 or 2 days)