Support Workers ME15

Two SEN Support Workers/PAs in Maidstone, ME15. A rewarding opportunity providing 2:1 support for Katie, 10, a happy, engaging young girl with cerebral palsy and epilepsy, in her family home and out in the community, helping her enjoy everyday life and special days out. Up to £20.00 gross per hour. Nearest Station: Maidstone Salary/Wage: £18.00 (weekdays) and £20.00 (weekends) gross per hour Driving Requirements: At least one Support Worker must be a confident driver, able to drive an automatic Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) - training can be provided; minimum age 25 for insurance) Essential: Experience supporting a child or young person with epilepsy and mobility needs; confident with personal care and basic manual handling; comfortable working in a family home alongside siblings Desirable: Interest in supporting physio, OT and SaLT therapy programmes Start Date: ASAP Days and Hours: There are 2 roles available as you support Katie 2:1. Thursday and Friday, 2:30 pm 7:00 pm, and Sundays, 10:00 am 6:00 pm. This is a year-round position with potential for additional hours during school holidays. (Sunday is the preferred weekend day, but Saturday can be considered) Pets in Home: 2 Guinea Pigs Recruiter Contact: Sally Britton About the Child: Katie, 10, is a warm, easy-going girl who lives with her parents and siblings, (14 and 7). She enjoys books, magazines, baking, TV programmes, arts and crafts, outings to places such as the zoo, garden centres, cinema and bowling and ..... full job details .....