Carer/Support Worker/PA Southport DP/JR/JN

About the role

Job Description

We are looking for a caring, patient and fun individual to support and look after our bright and cheerful 9-year-old son, who is autistic. He has a fantastic sense of humour, a big imagination, and loves spending time with people who enjoy having fun and understanding his unique personality.

This role involves engaging him in his favourite activities, supporting his routine, and providing a calm, positive environment that encourages his independence and confidence.

8 hours per week term time

10 hours per week school holidays

£12.75 per hour

Duties

Build a warm, trusting relationship through play and positive communication.

Supervise and engage in activities such as Lego building, playing Xbox/iPad games and swimming.

Encourage social skills, creativity and independence in a patient and supportive way

Ensure his safety and wellbeing at times both at home and during outings.

Communicate effectively with parents about his day and observations

Essential Skills

You must be friendly, caring, empathetic, enthusiastic with a good sense of humour and a positive outlook.

Experience of working with children(experience with autism preferred).

Good communication skills and the ability to be punctual and reliable.

Reliable and responsible with good communication skills

Full driving licence and able to swim

An enhanced DBS check will be required before employment commences; this cost will be met by the employer.We are a private household therefore we CANNOT provide sponsorship, so you MUST have a full right to work in the UK.

Please forward your CV to direct.payments@sefton.gov.uk using the reference number DP/JR/JN.
If you do not provide the reference number details your CV will not be considered.