• Nearest Station: Watford
• Salary/Wage: £18.00 gross per hour
• Driving Requirements: Yes – clean licence required, able to drive a larger, automatic wheelchair-accessible vehicle (with lift/ramp)
• Essential: Experience of manual handling/hoisting, Cerebral Palsy, AAC/assistive tech, ability to travel, UK passport, clear DBS. *Female applicants only
• Desirable: Experience with Conductive Education; interest in health, fitness and wellbeing
• Start Date: ASAP
• Days & Hours: Term-time only, a minimum 20 hours per week. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday: 3.00 pm to 7.00 pm, Thursday 8.00 am to 7.00 pm, and Friday 8. 00 am to 2.00 pm
• Pets in Home: none
• Recruiter Contact: Janet (url removed)
About the Client/Child Rosie, 9 years old who we’ve been lucky enough to have worked with before, is a vibrant, sociable and adventurous little girl who enjoys lots of fun and exciting activities; including skiing, horse riding and travelling abroad with her family. She thrives with people who are upbeat, warm and genuinely invested in her wellbeing. Rosie has Cerebral Palsy and uses AAC, assistive technology and a powered wheelchair. Rosie is fully dependent on her postural, balance mobility needs. She eats a nutritional, blended diet orally. She loves her food but due to dysphagia, Rosie requires gentle reminding to eat slowly.
The Role at a Glance This is a varied, rewarding role working within a friendly, supportive household to help Rosie live her best, fullest and most independent life. There is a structured rehabilitation approach in place for afterschool and home-schooling days, which you will assist in implementing. The position includes assisting with personal care, supporting nutrition and hydration routines, facilitating therapy and home learning, and enabling Rosie to enjoy hobbies, community outings and family travel—both in the UK and internationally. The role is a minimum of 20 hours per week, however additional hours may be available on evenings, weekends and during school holidays. Driving a larger wheelchair‑accessible vehicle is part of the role.
This Job Would Suit Someone caring, energetic and proactive who enjoys being part of a team and contributing positively to family life. A person who is confident, organised and tech‑savvy, with experience using AAC or assistive technology. This role would suit who a *female support who is genuinely passionate about promoting health, wellbeing and independence, who has a friendly, patient, empathetic nature – a good sense of humour will be a great match for Rosie and her family.
Why You’ll Love This Role You’ll be part of a supportive, fun and dynamic family team where no two days are the same. The role offers opportunities to work alongside Conductive therapists, travel within the UK and abroad, and the chance to be part of a truly positive, forward‑thinking environment that values growth, and lots of adventures. Full training and handover are provided.
Recruitment Process This vacancy is being managed through Snap Care’s Shortlist Service. We will review all applications and verify the essential criteria are met before passing suitable CVs and contact details to our client/case manager, who will continue the recruitment process directly. By applying, you consent to your details being shared with our client.
Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.
If a specific gender is required, this is a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010
Salary description
£18.00 - £18.00 per hour