Support Worker for Young Adult with Down Syndrome

7 hours ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom UKCIL Full time

Job Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join our team at UKCIL. The successful candidate will work closely with a young adult with Down Syndrome, providing support and assistance to enable them to access the things they love in the community and at home.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and be able to communicate effectively using simple language and Makaton. You will be responsible for providing personal care, social and leisure activities, and transportation to enable our service user to participate in their favorite hobbies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide personal care and support to enable our service user to access the community and participate in activities
  • Assist with social and leisure activities, including sports and creative pursuits
  • Transport our service user to and from activities using your own vehicle
  • Provide training and support to our service user to develop their skills and independence

Requirements

  • Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
  • Ability to communicate effectively using simple language and Makaton
  • Full UK driving license and own vehicle
  • First Aid and Safeguarding Adults/Children training

Working Hours

The successful candidate will work part-time, 12 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. Hourly rate is £12.40 weekdays and £15.44 weekends.



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