Evenings & Weekend Support Worker for Wheelchair-Using Teen

Cornerstone; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family in need of support is seeking a competent Support Worker for their non-verbal child with spastic paraplegia. Responsibilities include assisting with studies, engaging in recreational activities, and providing personal care. The ideal candidate should have experience with children who have disabilities, be calm under pressure, and know sign language. Free bus travel is provided for outings. This position is for 20 hours per week, with the possibility of more hours during school holidays.

Benefits

Free bus travel for outings

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with disabilities.
• Ability to manage seizures calmly.
• Mature and reliable individual.

Responsibilities

• Assist with studies and learning activities.
• Engage in recreational and fun activities.
• Provide some personal care.

Skills

Experience with non-verbal children

Calm under pressure

Knowledge of sign language

Job description

A family in need of support is seeking a competent Support Worker for their non-verbal child with spastic paraplegia. Responsibilities include assisting with studies, engaging in recreational activities, and providing personal care. The ideal candidate should have experience with children who have disabilities, be calm under pressure, and know sign language. Free bus travel is provided for outings. This position is for 20 hours per week, with the possibility of more hours during school holidays.