Personal Care Assistant / Support Worker, Seahouses

Location: Community‑based - Seahouses

Rate of Pay: £14.67 per hour

Hours: 3 hours per week on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Weekends

A caring and reliable Support Worker is required to support a 19‑year‑old young man with Autism and ADHD who is currently attending college. He requires 1:1 support to help him access the community, develop social skills, and build independence, as he is unable to do this without assistance.

1. Accessing social and leisure activities in the community
2. Developing social skills and building new friendships
3. Learning and practising life skills, including budgeting and managing money
4. Shopping independently
5. Learning to use public transport
6. Promoting confidence, independence, and positive wellbeing

This role would suit someone who:

1. Has experience supporting individuals with Autism and similar needs
2. Is patient, understanding, and able to build a positive, supportive relationship
3. Can encourage independence while providing appropriate guidance
4. Has experience in disability, education, or support work (preferred)

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1. Experience with Autism and ADHD is highly desirable
2. Training and guidance will be provided where appropriate