Support Worker

Job DescriptionLocation:Sevenoaks, KentDays & Hours: Monday and Thursday 2.15pm-6pm, Tuesday and Wednesday 7am-9.30am, Fridays 7am-9.30am and 1.15pm-6.00pm. During the school holidays the shifts will change to 9.30am-6pm 3 full days per week. Extra hours will be available to cover for absences of the current teamWe can be flexible, and the hours can be covered by more than 1 person.Pay:£16.00 per hour weekdays and £18.00 per hour weekendsDriver required?Essential (will need own car to get to work due to the rural location of the family home)Driving Clients Car? Matthew's Wheelchair Adapted Vehicle (WAV)Using Own Vehicle for work purposes?Yes, On duty and to attend training.Essential Experience:Willingness to engage in crafts and other creative activities. Matthew is very creative and writes comic books and creates magical scenes.Desirable Experience:Experience of working with teenagers with special needs. Experience of and qualifications in caring for children/young people with disabilities. Experience of carrying out therapy programmes.Accommodation (while on duty): Family home with adaptations that meet Matthew's needs. Interviews Week Commencing: Will be held in January 2026Start Date:ASAP (subject to satisfactory employment checks)Matthew, born in 2012,enjoys spending time with others directing the creation of art and stories andalso enjoys outdoor activities, animals, watching television and enjoys using technology. With help, he writes his own comic books.Matthew hasCerebral Palsy and autistic spectrum order diagnosis. He requires personal care support and to manage changes in his routine and although he can communicate clearly benefits from support to express his feelings, planning ahead and on occasions to reflect on his actions and choices. The Support Worker will facilitate Matthew's access to the activities he enjoys, and with training, may also include the application of therapy, including psychological strategies and physiotherapy programmes. The role will include working alongside and under the guidance of Matthew's parents. Some shifts will require lone working but the parents will remain on call. Shifts will be booked directly between the parents and Support Worker and may include after school, school holiday and weekend support. Supporting with writing comic books, being able to listen to what he wants created and put this on paper. Once the role is established you would receive training from the multi-disciplinary team to include Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Psychologist.This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated person to join a supportive family to develop existing skills and support this very special young man. A truly rewarding role for someone who is able to communicate effectively and an ability to work with patience, tact, understanding, warmth and compassion.Pay and Benefits:£16.00 per hour weekdays and £18.00 per hour weekendsOn-going training & support provided5.6 weeks annual leave pro rataPension (subject to qualifying status)Free DBS check.In order to promote continuity of our high care standards, you will be offered:Induction,Relevant training opportunities (including The Care Certificate),Regular clinical supervision/review meetings,On-going support from a dedicated Case Manager and HR DepartmentSafeguardingILS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our Clients within the activities we undertake, and ILS expects all our Clients employees and workers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or workers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This position will require:Proof of eligibility to work in the UK;Satisfactory references, including your last employer;An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate. A conviction will not necessarily prevent you from being employed.JBRP1_UKTJ