Carer (5345)

Carer required in Old Newton (nr Stowmarket, Suffolk)

• Minimum 5 hours available per week
• £12.71 per hour
• Job reference:

Job description

Although this job description is correct at present, it may change from time to time after negotiation with the post holder.

Must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role, sponsorship not available.

Job purpose

I am seeking a carer to look after me which will allow my parents some time to take my brother out for day trips that I can’t cope with. This will allow them to access things that I find unbearable. My mum and dad also deserve some time out occasionally. I am usually easy-going. I need someone to help me with tasks like opening food and making a drink. I also need help with my personal care (toileting) as going to the bathroom is a sensory overload.

About me.

My name is ‘J’, I am 14 years old. I am a generally happy teenager and I love to watch my iPad. I am at my happiest when I am at home, usually when I am upstairs in my little lounge. I have a lot of toys. My possessions are very important to me, as is my big brother ‘T’. I am a big fan of Disney, especially ‘Cars’ and ‘Toy Story’. I don’t say a lot but can communicate a little, especially if something is annoying me. I have Autism which makes going out quite tough and I don’t like big crowds. I enjoy routine and am happy visiting places that I know.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

· All my personal care- toileting, changing my pad after passing water and bowel movements.

· Providing me with food that I am allowed throughout the day.

· Making me drinks (squash).

· Keeping me safe at home.

· Checking on me during the day.

· Adhere to reporting any issues, concerns to ‘J’s’ parents.

Personal Specification

(refer to these when submitting your application

No specific qualifications necessary, however the ability to work independently, directly supporting an Autistic teen is essential. Reliability is also very important.

Essential Criteria

· Patience

· Flexibility

· Strong communicator

· Empathy

· Reliable

· Ability to work independently

Desirable Criteria

· Previous experience in a special needs role (support/care/schooling)

· Experience with Autistic children preferred.

Summary terms and conditions

· Hours, days and times of work: Usually on a Saturday or Sunday for an 8-hour period. Occasionally covering during the week.

· Pay rate: £12.71 per hour

· Annual leave: The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement).

· Expenses: You will be reimbursed for prior agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.

· Sick pay: I do not operate a private sick pay scheme but provided you meet the eligibility criteria, you may be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).

· Pension: I do not operate a private pension scheme but I will fulfil my statutory obligations via the NEST pension scheme.

The post is subject to the following

· Background check: A satisfactory Enhanced with Barred List(s) Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this position.

o If you have been convicted of a criminal offence, please send these details to SIL in a separate email or in a sealed envelope together with a stamped addressed envelope. This will not be shared unless you are shortlisted for the post.

References: If successful, you will be required to provide details of two referees, one of which must be your current or most recent employer, or character references if you have not been employed

· Trial period: This post is subject to a probationary period of 6 months.

How to apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please complete an application form and return it to SIL, quoting the job reference number 5345.

Please refer to the job description.

Online form: https://www.suffolkindependentliving.org.uk/application-form-1

Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01473 603876

Post - Address: SIL, Unit 21, IP City Centre, 1 Bath Street, Ipswich, IP2 8SD

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 per week

Experience:

• working in a special needs role: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person