Senior Support Worker

Nursing Direct Healthcare are looking to recruit a support worker on a part-time or full-time basis to assist an adolescent in Wimbledon, with moderate autism and challenging behavior.
 

Yearly salary: (part-time to full-time) £20,000 - 24,000 PA

What we need from you

• At least 1 years experience supporting clients/patients with moderate / severe challenging behavior
• MAPA or PMVA training - must have certificate in date
• A patient and resilient nature
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and in difficult situations

About the client

• The patient, is a tall young male who has moderate autism and challenging behavior which effects his everyday quality of life
• He is non verbal and finds it difficult to express himself
• He enjoys a variety of activities

The shifts

• We can offer, 2 - 4 10hr shifts a week to suit your availability and preference
• You can rotate with other support workers in order to have a variety of days off, or have set in stone days
• You will be working with one other support worker as the client requires 2:1 care

Pay

• Standard PAYE day rate is £12 - 13ph
• Standard LTD Company day rate is £13 - 14ph
• Weekend shifts are paid at an enhanced rate

The role

• To support our client with all aspects of everyday life in order to maximize his independence and personal ability as much as possible
• Engage and socialize with out client to assure he is comfortable and happy
• Engage in a variety of activities that the client needs to keep calm and stimulated
• Offer personal support

The next steps

Please apply via indeed with a full CV which highlights your experience and qualifications.