Additional Support Worker- Supporting an 11-Year-Old Boy with Autism - Ashington £14.67p/h - Ashington - NE63

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Local community-based role - Ashington

Hours: 5 hours every Saturday
Rate of Pay: £14.67

We are looking for a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Support Worker to join an established team providing 2:1 support for an 11-year-old boy with Autism.

This rewarding role focuses on enabling a young person to access and enjoy a range of age-appropriate leisure and social activities within the local community, helping him build confidence, independence, and life skills in a safe and supportive environment.

Main Duties:

Supporting access to leisure, recreational, and community activities
Encouraging social interaction and engagement with others
Assisting with communication and developing social skills
Providing support with personal care when required
Responding positively, calmly, and sensitively to changes in behaviour
Working collaboratively as part of an experienced support team to ensure the child's needs are met

Essential Requirements:

Experience of supporting children or young people with Autism and/or additional needs
A patient, understanding, and positive approach Confidence in managing and responding appropriately to behavioural changes
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance

Personal Qualities
We are seeking someone who is:

Kind, compassionate, and dependable
Energetic and able to engage a young person in fun and meaningful activities
Confident working both independently and as part of a team
Flexible, proactive, and committed to promoting independence and wellbeing

This is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference in a young person's life while working within a supportive and dedicated team.

To apply, please submit your application outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

Services

Personal Care

Social + Leisure activities

Support to remain independent

Training

Essential PA Guide

Safeguarding Adults/Children

Autism / Aspergers

Transportation

Full UK driving license

Own personal car

Schedule, Pay & Hours

Time

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Mor

Aft

Eve

ONA

ONS

ONA = Overnight Awake / ONS = Overnight Sleep

Hour/Week

5.0

Pay/hr

£14.67

Weekly Actual

£73

Monthly Actual

£318

Annual Actual

£3,814

Annual FTE

£30,514

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Additional Support Worker- Supporting an 11-Year-Old Boy with Autism - Ashington £14.67p/h - Ashington - NE63

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