Support Worker

Support Worker for a child

Location – Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Support Worker - Part-Time (After School & Weekend Support)

Location: Peterborough PE2
Hours: Flexible Part-Time Hours Available
Rate of Pay: £18/ph

Are you patient, reliable and passionate about making a positive difference to a young person's life?

We are seeking a committed Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a 14-year-old young person both at home and in the community. This is a rewarding opportunity to help build confidence, promote independence and support participation in activities and daily routines.

The young person suffered a brain injury at birth, has Autism and experiences severe OCD and ritualistic behaviours, which can sometimes lead to heightened anxiety, stress and frustration. As such, applicants with experience of, or a good understanding of, Autism and/or OCD and related behaviours are particularly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing 1:1 support at home and in the community
• Encouraging independence and social engagement
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and daily routines
• Working closely and professionally alongside family members and other professionals involved in the young person's care
• Building a consistent, trusting and supportive relationship

Hours Available

The role offers a mixture of weekday and weekend shifts.

Term Time

• After-school hours, typically between 3pm and 9pm

School Holidays

• Flexible daytime shifts, typically around 6 hours per day

Weekend Working

• Rolling rota:
• Week 1: Saturday
• Week 2: Sunday

Please note that not every weekday requires cover. The final schedule will be agreed with the successful candidate and may include a combination of weekday and weekend shifts (for example, 3-4 weekdays plus 1 weekend day).

There is also potential for additional hours in the future as the support package develops.

What We're Looking For

Experience supporting children, young people or individuals with additional needs

Understanding of OCD, anxiety or behavioural support strategies (desirable)

Experience working within a family home environment (desirable)

Reliable, patient and able to remain calm under pressure

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Must live within a reasonable travelling distance of the client's home (PE2)

If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can make a real difference to a young person's quality of life, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: £18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 – 48.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person