Carer / Support Worker / Personal Assistant Southport, Sefton Reference: DP/JR/DR

About the role

Carer / Support Worker / Personal Assistant

Location: Southport, Sefton
Reference: DP/JR/DR

A caring and reliable Support Worker is required to support a 7-year-old boy with autism and hypermobility.

The child enjoys spending time outdoors, exploring new places and learning new things. The role involves providing one-to-one support, helping him take part in activities, maintaining routines, and creating a calm, positive environment.

Hours

8 hours per week during term time

10 hours per week during school holidays

2 hours of support required on Monday evenings

Remaining hours and working times to be agreed with the employer

### Pay

£13.00 per hour

### Main Duties

Provide one-to-one support

Ensure close supervision at all times

Support access to community activities and social opportunities

Encourage and remind the child to use the toilet regularly

Promote independence where appropriate

Provide a safe, supportive and engaging environment

### About You

The ideal candidate will:

Be friendly, caring and empathetic

Have a positive attitude and a good sense of humour

Be reliable, punctual and understanding

Have good communication skills

Have experience supporting children with additional needs (desirable)

Have experience in a caring role, either formal or informal (desirable)

Hold a driving licence and have access to their own vehicle (desirable)

### Additional Information

An Enhanced DBS check is required before employment starts. The cost will be covered by the employer.

This is a position within a private household.

Sponsorship is not available, so applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

### How to Apply

### Please send your CV to direct.payments@sefton.gov.uk quoting reference DP/JR/DR. Applications submitted without the reference number will not be considered.

Closing date  31/7/26