Support Worker (5124)

Support Worker required in Lowestoft, Suffolk

• 4 hours available per week during school termtime
• 8 hours available per week during school holidays
• £12.21 per hour
• Job reference: 5124

Job description

Although this job description is correct at present, it may change from time to time after negotiation with the post holder.

Must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role, sponsorship not available.

Job purpose

To support an 8-year-old boy with autism, helping to promote his independence and to do the activities he enjoys.

About me

I am a cheeky and happy 8-year-old boy living in Lowestoft with my family. I am very energetic and bouncy (like a Duracell bunny!). When I’m happy I make high pitched noises. I love to do many things, which you will learn as you get to know me but some examples are:

• Bouncing on my trampoline
• Climbing (climbing frames at parks and up walls)
• Sensory tickles
• Fair rides
• Having the radio on in the car
• My tablet
• Football

When supporting me it is essential that you are always vigilant as I have no sense of danger, I love to climb and I have PICA (an eating disorder in which someone eats things not usually considered food).

Following a routine is very important for me. If I am unsure, I will start nest/fort building and pull you in with me. If I become agitated I will make a low noise, sit with my tablet on and spin my fidget worms, until I have processed this. I am always listening and aware of what is going on around me. I have my own way of communicating which you will also learn as you get to know me.

You will be employed by my parents and we have no pets in our home.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supporting me with all the things I love to do, inside and outside of our home.
• Personal care – changing nappies
• Taking me to gymnastics
• Giving my parents respite and time to spend with my sister

Personal Specification

(refer to these when submitting your application)

Essential Criteria

• Experience working with children with Autism.
• Driving licence
• Very calm natured person
• Fun (but aware of boundaries and when it’s become too much)
• Vigilant – I have no sense of danger and love to climb

Desirable Criteria

• Access to own vehicle

Summary terms and conditions

• Hours, days and times of work: Hours available are 4 hours per week during the school termtime and 8 hours per week during school holidays, days and times to be agreed with the successful candidate.
• Pay rate: £12.21 per hour.
• Annual leave: The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement).
• Expenses: You will be reimbursed for prior agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.
• Sick pay: I do not operate a private sick pay scheme but provided you meet the eligibility criteria, you may be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
• Pension: I do not operate a private pension scheme but I will fulfil my statutory obligations via the NEST pension scheme.

The post is subject to the following

• Background check: A satisfactory Enhanced with Barred List(s) Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this position.
• If you have been convicted of a criminal offence, please send these details to SIL in a separate email or in a sealed envelope together with a stamped addressed envelope. This will not be shared unless you are shortlisted for the post.
• References: If successful, you will be required to provide details of two referees, one of which must be your current or most recent employer, or character references if you have not been employed
• Trial period: This post is subject to a probationary period of 6 months.

How to apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please complete an application form and return it to SIL, quoting the job reference number 5124

Please refer to the job description.

Online form: https://www.suffolkindependentliving.org.uk/application-form-1

Email: suffolk@silmail.org Telephone: 01473 603876

Post - Address: SIL, Unit 21, IP City Centre, 1 Bath Street, Ipswich, IP2 8SD

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 4 – 8 per week

Work days:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• working with children with autism: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 5124