Job Description

About the Role

We are recruiting Paediatric Support Workers to join a small, consistent team supporting a school-aged child with complex physical and communication needs.

Support is provided within the family home and local community. This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys working closely with a family, supporting routines, therapy goals and meaningful activities.

Flexibility is essential, particularly during school holidays, where shifts may start early and finish later in the day.

Shifts & Availability

Shifts vary and may include:

Weekdays:

Starts from 6:30am Afternoon/evening shifts up to 9:00pm

Weekends:

Saturday or Sunday shifts (typically 7 hours) Ability to work longer shifts (up to 10 hours) during school holidays

Key requirement:

Availability and flexibility during school holiday periods.

Key Responsibilities

Provide person-centred support in the family home and community Deliver personal care with dignity and respect, including toileting and hygiene Support before and after school routines and holiday schedules Use non-verbal communication strategies (gestures, visuals, AAC) Support emotional regulation using calm and consistent approaches Facilitate age-appropriate play, activities and community outings Follow therapy programmes and guidance from therapists Carry out household tasks such as cleaning, laundry and maintaining therapy/play spaces Accurately complete daily notes and records Work closely with family members and the case management team

Essential Requirements

Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs Calm, patient and proactive approach Confident providing personal care and household support Flexible availability, especially during school holidays Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain), right to work in the UK and references

Desirable (Not Essential)

Experience working in a family home environment Full UK driving licence and access to a car insured for business use Experience with non-verbal communication or AAC First Aid or medication awareness training

Training & Support

Paid induction and shadowing Ongoing supervision Access to specialist training (safeguarding, manual handling, communication and therapy support)

Start Date & Recruitment Process

Applications close:

Friday 2nd January

Interviews:

January (two-stage process)

Proposed start:

February half term (16th-20th February)
If you're flexible, reliable and enjoy supporting a child within a family setting, we'd love to hear from you

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 16.00-18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 - 40 per week

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 16/02/2026