Female* Rehabilitation Support worker – Chelmsford

Are you outgoing and interested in supporting a disabled young person to participate in her hobbies and interests?

The Client

Our client is a 15 year old girl with moderate learning disability and mild motor disorder. She is looking for a support worker to go with her to her after school activities which include accompanying her to her dance club and other activities. You will be expected to support her to go to the venues that are around Chelmsford and encourage her in her various hobbies, including some sports.

The Role

This role does not include any personal care or administration of medication. The client is vulnerable due to the nature of her difficulties, and you will be expected to safeguard her while supporting her to participate in activities.

You will be working with a team of professionals including a clinical psychologist, speech therapist and physio. Bespoke training is available. If you are interested or want to know more please send a basic CV with reasons why you are a good fit for this role. Care experience is not necessary but you should be physically fit and able to participate in activities. You must be an excellent communicator who is able to use their initiative as well as having a sense of fun and some awareness of youth culture and interests.

Rates of Pay

Weekdays £15 per hour
Weekends £16 per hour

Hours of Work

Term time (Just over 10 hours per week)
Monday 15.30 – 18.30
Thursday 15.30 -18.30
Friday 16.20 – 21.00

School holidays
Hours worked between Tuesday to Thursday at negotiated hours

Overtime opportunities available, particularly in the school holidays.

Person Specification

A full enhanced DBS check will be carried out. Driving licence essential.

*Exemption is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9

Reference: SF/AK001