Female Children's Support Worker

Job Reference: MB-LHT-Felixstowe

Job Title: Female Support worker

Responsible to: The employer (Parents)

Hours: 5 Hours per week term time

10 hours per week school holidays

Hourly Rate of Pay: £12.71

Based at: Felixstowe

Closing date: 28th October 2026

Job Purpose

We are seeking a reliable, caring and compassionate female support worker to support our 7-year-old daughter.

The role is for 5 hours per week during term time and 10 hours per week during school holidays. Working hours are flexible and can be discussed further at the interview stage.

Our daughter is a happy, lively, and playful 7-year-old girl who is autistic and nonverbal. She enjoys keeping busy, spending time outdoors and visiting places such as playgrounds and soft play centres. At home, she enjoys sensory activities including play doh and arts and crafts.

The role involves providing practical care and support including assistance with personal care whilst ensuring her dignity, comfort and privacy is always respected. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting our daughter, promoting her independence, and helping her enjoy a variety of activities both at home and in the community.

Person Specification:

Be a driver with own vehicle

Experience of working with young people with ASD and a good understanding of sensory processing disorder

Be patient and supportive.

Be honest, reliable, and trustworthy.

Be respectful of the young girl’s dignity, at all times.

Understand the need for privacy and confidentiality.

You should have a thorough understanding of personal safety.

Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills and raise any concerns immediately.

A willingness to undergo any training highlighted by the employer.

Special Conditions:

A Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) and two satisfactory references are conditional for the post. This is a free and confidential process.

Disclaimer:

The Rowan Organisation is acting on behalf of a third party and will not be your employer nor be responsible for any actions arising out of your employment.