Support Worker required to support a young person aged 15 years who lives in Durham, DH1
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 April 2026 |
| Location: | Durham, DH1 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | UKCIL |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 03427d23 |
Summary
Support Worker required to support a young person aged 15 years who lives in Durham, DH1
Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 03427d23
Support Worker required to support a young person aged 15 years who lives in Durham, DH1
We are looking for a calm, reliable and enthusiastic personality to provide support for our son. Experience and understanding around autism will be an advantage.
Hours /Wage
Hours of work: Ideally 4 hours per week during term time, and 8 hours per week during school holidays, but flexibility will be appreciated. Wage is £13 an hour and will rise to £13.50 from 1st April 2026.
Duties
· Support the young person as needed in the home and community.· Actively support verbalization by engaging in structured communication games that
encourage speech.· Encourage social and independent living skills through activities like cinema, shopping, bus rides or any activities suitable for learning.
Additional Requirements/Information
While formal autism training will be an advantage, hands on experience working with children or young people with autism will be of equal value.
A full driving licence and car is essential.
Enhanced DBS will be required, employer will cover the cost.
Key Responsibilities
Services
- Social + Leisure activities
Training
- Safeguarding Adults/Children
- Autism / Aspergers
Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com