Personal Assistant (5320)

Support Worker required in Bures, Suffolk to help assist and provide respite to a 10-year-old boy with autism. The Support Worker will be employed by and will be responsible to the young boy’s parents and will provide a role primarily supporting the parents through offering respite. The role will take place mainly in the community and sometimes within the young family of four’s household which does include a pet dog. The role will involve days out and trips with the child to activities, including going on walks and going to parks. The young boy loves to head to the shops for days out and likes to name the aisles.

The Support Worker as part of the role must be comfortable to have full and responsible supervision of the child at all times whilst providing personal care where necessary, such as support with eating and ensuring appropriate clothing. The candidate must have a driving license and suitable transport capable of fitting a push chair.