- Address: Suffolk Independent Living, Ipswich (Kesgrave), Suffolk IP2 8SD
- Salary: £13.50 per hour
- Hours: Part Time. 10 hours per week, 4 weekdays from 5pm to 7.30pm (term time). Suitable hours between 10am and 4pm (school holiday). There is the possibility of extra hours being available.
- Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
- Reference: 0364
Must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role, sponsorship not available.
Main duties:
A kind, committed, and caring Support Worker is required in Kesgrave to help support a 9-year-old autistic child in his own home, supported by his parents. This position is a fantastically rewarding opportunity for those who love working with children and supporting the wellbeing and extra support required of children with autism.
As a support worker employed within the home, you will be joining a loving, warm and friendly household committed to the development of the cared for. You will become a valued and important member of the family, playing a vital role within family life.
You will be utilised within the home primarily to support the child at playtime, playing with toys, carrying out activities, and reading his favourite books. At times you will also be required to help with mealtime and snack-eating. Due to the working patterns of the parents, you will be supported by parents but must be responsible for the child alone when required.
Essential criteria
To be considered as a candidate, you must possess the following qualities and characteristics. You should:
- be of a warm, respectful, and understanding character
- be responsible and capable of acting without supervision when necessary, remaining pro-active and solution focused
- possess excellent communication skills
- be committed to the wellbeing of the cared for
- be competent and capable of effectively carrying out tasks where required.
Desirable criteria
- Experience in a similar position with vulnerable children will support an application
- Qualifications, such as an NVQ in Health and Social Care, or a Diploma Children’s Workforce, will also support an application of a candidate, but is not essential
- Driving license
Summary conditions:
- The hourly pay for this position is £13.50 per hour. The position is for 10 hours per week, although it is expected additional hours will be available per week.
- You will receive 5.6 weeks pro-rata of paid annual leave per year.
- You will receive all statutory entitlements where relevant, including a workplace pension.
- All payments will be made formally, through bank transfer and compliant with HMRC guidelines.
The post is subject to the following:
- A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the employer.
- Satisfactory references from two referees, one of which must be your current or last employer.
- Completion of a satisfactory probationary period of 1 month.
How to apply
Please feel free to contact Suffolk Independent Living by either calling 01473 603876 or emailing: [email protected]
To find out more, please visit our website (Suffolk Independent Living)
When applying for this post, please quote the reference: 5153
Closing date: 29 August 2025.
