Part-Time Young Persons Support Worker Opportunity – Weston-Super-Mare

Location: Client’s home and local community
Position Type: Part-time
Pay rate: £16.00ph weekdays – £17.50ph weekends

Working Hours:
Term time:

Week 1:
Monday: 5 PM – 8 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 3 PM
  
Week 2:
Monday: 5 PM – 8 PM
Thursday: 4 PM – 7 PM
Friday: 4 PM – 7 PM
  
School holidays:

Week 1:
Monday, Wednesday & Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  
Week 2:
Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  
  
About the Role:

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to provide buddy support for a bright and spirited 12-year-old boy with a hypoxic brain injury living in Weston-Super-Mare. He is non-verbal but communicates confidently using Makaton and AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication).
He loves engaging in a variety of fun activities such as:

• Arcades & soft play
• Bowling & cinema trips (he loves dancing in the aisles!)
• Horse riding
• Banger racing with his dad
• Outdoor adventures in local parks

You’ll be working closely with a warm, loving family who are passionate about providing the best opportunities for their son.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) – essential
• Familiarity with AAC and Makaton – essential
• Experience with Epilepsy is strongly recommended
• Knowledge of or experience with positive behaviour support – essential
• Confident around animals (the family has dogs, horses, and rabbits)
• Active, enthusiastic, and able to keep up with a busy and lively young person
• Patient, creative, and adaptable to the child’s changing moods and preferences
• A nurturing and flexible approach to care

This role is ideal for those working or seeking experience in SEN school environments.

Requirements:

• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check
• Full UK driving licence is essential and access to own car
• Commitment to promoting a fun, safe, and inclusive environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the family and therapists

What We Offer:

• A truly rewarding role with the opportunity to make a real difference
• Work in a welcoming home environment with supportive family members
• Competitive pay and flexible hours
• Client-specific training provided
• Collaboration with a fantastic multidisciplinary therapy team (OT, Physio, and Speech & Language)

Interested?
A full job description and person specification are available on request. We’d love to hear from individuals who share our passion for inclusive, child-centred support.
  
Please note: Right to Work checks will be completed. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.