Personal Support Carer (5250)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 20 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £12.21 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 19 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Stowmarket, Suffolk |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Suffolk Independent Living |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 5250 |
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Personal Support Carer for Non-Speaking Child with Additional Needs required in Suffolk nr Stowmarket
2x 4-hour sessions per month term time and up to 15 hours available per week in school holidays
£12.21 per hour
Job reference: 5250
Job description
Although this job description is correct at present, it may change from time to time after negotiation with the post holder.
Must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role, sponsorship not available.
Job purpose
We are seeking a kind, patient and intuitive carer to support J, a young child with complex developmental needs. This role is about relationship first: building trust, understanding J’s communication, and supporting him to feel safe, regulated and engaged.
Initially, support will take place within the family home, focusing on play, sensory activities, and shared routines. As trust and confidence grow (for both J and the carer), this may gradually extend to short outings and community-based activities.
This is not a “hands-off” role – J is physically active and needs close supervision – but it is also not about control or compliance. We are looking for someone who understands that behaviour is communication, and who can respond with calm, curiosity and care.
We have a very bouncy labradoodle in the household called Conker.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 support tailored to J’s individual needs.
Personal care, including nappy changing.
Preparing meals.
Using Pecs to communicate, if the successful candidate can sign, this would be desirable for this role.
Build a trusting, consistent relationship with J over time.
Occasionally accompanying the family on outings.
Support emotional regulation through play, sensory activities and movement.
Follow visual supports, routines and communication strategies used at home and school.
Encourage engagement, independence and confidence at J’s pace.
Ensure J’s safety at all times, particularly during physical play or transitions.
Communicate clearly and honestly with parents about sessions, progress and any concerns. Keeping a written record for parents to view at the end of the day.
Maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality.
Personal Specification
(refer to these when submitting your application)
Essential Criteria
Kind, warm and genuinely empathetic
Good oral communication skills
Patient and emotionally attuned – able to stay calm during dysregulation
Intuitive and observant, able to read non-verbal communication
Physically fit and energetic, comfortable with active play and movement
Reliable and consistent – J thrives on predictability
Respectful of family values and routines
Experience with autism, neurodivergence or additional needs is welcome but not essential – the right person matters more than formal qualifications.
Desirable Criteria
● Experience supporting children with SEND age 4-10.
● Understanding of sensory processing differences
● Familiarity with visual supports, routines or alternative communication methods
● Background in care, education, playwork, youth work or similar
Training & Support
● Full induction provided by parents
● Ongoing guidance and collaboration
● Opportunity to develop specialist experience in neurodivergent support
Summary terms and conditions
Hours, days and times of work: 2x 4-hour sessions per month term time to be worked at the weekends (flexible days and times) and up to 15 hours available per week in school holidays (typically 3 weekdays 5 hours per day- flexible days but Wednesdays are required).
Pay rate: £12.21 per hour.
Annual leave: The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement).
Expenses: You will be reimbursed for prior agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.
Sick pay: I do not operate a private sick pay scheme but provided you meet the eligibility criteria, you may be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
Pension: I do not operate a private pension scheme but I will fulfil my statutory obligations via the NEST pension scheme.
The post is subject to the following
Background check: A satisfactory Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this position.
If you have been convicted of a criminal offence, please send these details to SIL in a separate email or in a sealed envelope together with a stamped addressed envelope. This will not be shared unless you are shortlisted for the post.
References: If successful, you will be required to provide details of two referees, one of which must be your current or most recent employer, or character references if you have not been employed
Trial period: This post is subject to a probationary period of 3 months.
How to apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please complete an application form and return it to SIL, quoting the job reference number 5250.
When applying for this role, please send a short paragraph about why the role appeals to you and your availability.
Please refer to the job description.
Online form: https://www.suffolkindependentliving.org.uk/application-form-1
Email: suffolk@silmail.org Telephone: 01473 603876
Post - Address: SIL, Unit 21, IP City Centre, 1 Bath Street, Ipswich, IP2 8SD
2x 4-hour sessions per month term time and up to 15 hours available per week in school holidays
£12.21 per hour
Job reference: 5250
Job description
Although this job description is correct at present, it may change from time to time after negotiation with the post holder.
Must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role, sponsorship not available.
Job purpose
We are seeking a kind, patient and intuitive carer to support J, a young child with complex developmental needs. This role is about relationship first: building trust, understanding J’s communication, and supporting him to feel safe, regulated and engaged.
Initially, support will take place within the family home, focusing on play, sensory activities, and shared routines. As trust and confidence grow (for both J and the carer), this may gradually extend to short outings and community-based activities.
This is not a “hands-off” role – J is physically active and needs close supervision – but it is also not about control or compliance. We are looking for someone who understands that behaviour is communication, and who can respond with calm, curiosity and care.
We have a very bouncy labradoodle in the household called Conker.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 support tailored to J’s individual needs.
Personal care, including nappy changing.
Preparing meals.
Using Pecs to communicate, if the successful candidate can sign, this would be desirable for this role.
Build a trusting, consistent relationship with J over time.
Occasionally accompanying the family on outings.
Support emotional regulation through play, sensory activities and movement.
Follow visual supports, routines and communication strategies used at home and school.
Encourage engagement, independence and confidence at J’s pace.
Ensure J’s safety at all times, particularly during physical play or transitions.
Communicate clearly and honestly with parents about sessions, progress and any concerns. Keeping a written record for parents to view at the end of the day.
Maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality.
Personal Specification
(refer to these when submitting your application)
Essential Criteria
Kind, warm and genuinely empathetic
Good oral communication skills
Patient and emotionally attuned – able to stay calm during dysregulation
Intuitive and observant, able to read non-verbal communication
Physically fit and energetic, comfortable with active play and movement
Reliable and consistent – J thrives on predictability
Respectful of family values and routines
Experience with autism, neurodivergence or additional needs is welcome but not essential – the right person matters more than formal qualifications.
Desirable Criteria
● Experience supporting children with SEND age 4-10.
● Understanding of sensory processing differences
● Familiarity with visual supports, routines or alternative communication methods
● Background in care, education, playwork, youth work or similar
Training & Support
● Full induction provided by parents
● Ongoing guidance and collaboration
● Opportunity to develop specialist experience in neurodivergent support
Summary terms and conditions
Hours, days and times of work: 2x 4-hour sessions per month term time to be worked at the weekends (flexible days and times) and up to 15 hours available per week in school holidays (typically 3 weekdays 5 hours per day- flexible days but Wednesdays are required).
Pay rate: £12.21 per hour.
Annual leave: The annual holiday entitlement for this position will be equivalent to the work normally done during 5.6 weeks (statutory entitlement).
Expenses: You will be reimbursed for prior agreed expenses incurred as part of the role.
Sick pay: I do not operate a private sick pay scheme but provided you meet the eligibility criteria, you may be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
Pension: I do not operate a private pension scheme but I will fulfil my statutory obligations via the NEST pension scheme.
The post is subject to the following
Background check: A satisfactory Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this position.
If you have been convicted of a criminal offence, please send these details to SIL in a separate email or in a sealed envelope together with a stamped addressed envelope. This will not be shared unless you are shortlisted for the post.
References: If successful, you will be required to provide details of two referees, one of which must be your current or most recent employer, or character references if you have not been employed
Trial period: This post is subject to a probationary period of 3 months.
How to apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please complete an application form and return it to SIL, quoting the job reference number 5250.
When applying for this role, please send a short paragraph about why the role appeals to you and your availability.
Please refer to the job description.
Online form: https://www.suffolkindependentliving.org.uk/application-form-1
Email: suffolk@silmail.org Telephone: 01473 603876
Post - Address: SIL, Unit 21, IP City Centre, 1 Bath Street, Ipswich, IP2 8SD