Purple Match

Carer /Support Worker
Job ref.
PUR-303-808
About the Direct
Payment Holder
A family in Letchworth is seeking a calm, patient and confident Personal
Assistant to support their son, who has just turned 11 years old. He has
diagnoses of autism and ADHD and is physically fit and healthy. He is verbal,
using short sentences, and can usually make his wants and needs known.
He is generally a happy and energetic boy, though he can be challenging at
times and has no sense of danger. He enjoys being outdoors, swimming and
bowling and, trampolining (including using a trampoline at home), climbing,
visiting parks, and going out in the car. He also enjoys cafes (especially cake!),
petting farms, bowling, and watching familiar TV programmes such as Andy’s
Prehistoric Adventures, Gigglebiz and Postman Pat.
He can be tactile with people he knows well, on his own terms. He dislikes
sudden loud noises (such as shouting) and loud singing,but enjoys singing along
to familiar nursery rhymes and children’s TV songs. He uses stimming
behaviours such as clapping and vocal noises to regulate himself, particularly in
busy or unfamiliar environments.
Hours and rate of
pay
4 hours per week
Days and times are flexible, though Saturday afternoons are ideal
Location
Letchworth (SG6)
DBS/Checks
Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training
Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required:
• Safeguarding Adults
• Introduction to first aid
What you would
be doing…
• Health and Safety / Moving and handling
Providing 1:1 support at home and in the community
Taking him out in the car to places he enjoys, such as:
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Parks (especially swings)
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Cafés
Swimming
Petting farms
Bowling
Supporting his safety when out, including use of a wrist strap to prevent him
running off (training provided)
Supporting with toileting, including accompanying him to the toilet, helping with
clothing, and wiping when needed
Remaining calm and supportive if he becomes upset or escalated, allowing him
space and time to self-regulate
Being attentive to sensory needs and environmental triggers (especially sudden
loud noises)
Required skills
and experience
Experience working with children with autism and/or ADHD, particularly those
who may become distressed or escalate physically
Calm, patient, unflappable and confident in managing challenging situations
Able to remain quiet and nearby (without touching) when the child is upset,
allowing him to calm himself
Physically able and reasonably strong, as he is tall for his age and can be
determined
Comfortable supporting with personal care, including toileting and occasional
use of pull-ups
Must drive and have access to own car, as the child enjoys car journeys
Male or female applicants welcome
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role.
Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *