Job Description

Job Summary

To provide high-quality, child-centred support to

children and young people with autism, learning disabilities, and complex medical needs

. The role focuses on maintaining each child's safety, wellbeing, and development while delivering compassionate, skilled care in line with individual care plans.

Key Responsibilities

Provide

1:1 or 2:1 support

to children and young people with autism and complex disabilities Deliver

PEG feeding care

, including preparation, administration, and monitoring, in accordance with training and care plans Carry out

complex clinical care

such as epilepsy management, oxygen therapy, suctioning (where trained), and specialised moving and handling Support children with

personal care

, including toileting, continence care, bathing, dressing, and hygiene Promote emotional regulation, communication, and independence appropriate to the child's age and ability Follow

individual education, health and care plans (EHCPs)

, care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans Support children to access education, therapy sessions, leisure activities, and community engagement Maintain accurate daily notes, health observations, and incident reports Adhere strictly to

safeguarding children policies

and immediately report any concerns Work positively with families, schools, healthcare professionals, and multidisciplinary teams
Essential Skills & Experience

Experience working with

children or young people with autism and/or learning disabilities

Experience or training in

PEG feeding

Experience supporting

children with complex care and high medical needs

Strong understanding of

child safeguarding procedures

Ability to support children who display challenging behaviour using calm, positive approaches Good verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently and within a team
Desirable Experience

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Children & Young People's Workforce, Health & Social Care, or equivalent Experience working in children's domiciliary care, supported living, respite, or specialist SEN settings Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Experience supporting children with epilepsy, cerebral palsy, or physical disabilities
Training

Full mandatory and specialist training provided (PEG feeding, safeguarding children, medication, moving and handling) Enhanced DBS check (Children's Barred List) required Right to work in the UK required
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 14.00-18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Work Location: In person