* Nearest Station: Thames Ditton Railway Station
* Salary/Wage: £39,526.00 per Annum. Term-time: £20.50 Gross per Hour | School Holidays: £18.50. All figures quoted gross per hour / annum
* Driving Requirements: Yes, automatic vehicle for use whilst on duty
* Essential: Experience supporting a client with a physical disability, including being a confident swimmer to safely assist and support the client during hydrotherapy sessions. Non-smoker/vaper. *Female applicants only.
* Desirable: Prior experience working in a family home setting.
* Start Date: ASAP
* Days & Hours: Term-time: Monday to Friday 7.00am to 8.00pm (Unpaid break each day 9.00am to 3.00pm) School Holidays: Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 8.00pm. These are the ideal hours; however, if you are unable to accommodate the morning shift (7.00am–9.00am), the family will consider your availability for afternoon hours instead.
* Recruiter Contact: Suhada
About the Client/Child Penny is 14 years old, and Snap Care has had the pleasure of working with her for several years. Penny, her mother and 2 siblings, have recently moved to her new fully adapted home in Thames Ditton. Penny is a sociable and bright young lady who loves to have fun! Penny has Cerebral Palsy, presenting as hyperkinetic movements and is a wheelchair user, although indoors Penny is very efficient getting around on her knees or doing a bottom shuffle. With support Penny can complete manual transfers, and to support her expressive communication she uses Makaton and AAC on her iPad.
The Role at a Glance Penny’s Support Worker/PA will provide 1:1 holistic support outside of school, including morning and afterschool routines, personal care, activities, social outings, and life admin. The role focuses on promoting independence and supporting Penny’s development in line with therapy goals, working as part of a multidisciplinary team. During school holidays, there is opportunity to plan activities, days out, and occasional travel abroad (expenses covered). The role includes some downtime within shifts, requiring a proactive approach. Please note there is a 6-hour unpaid break during term time; all breaks are paid during school holidays.
This Job Would Suit A great full-time opportunity for a *female, experienced Support Worker/PA or SEN Nanny who enjoys 1:1 work in a family setting. You will be proactive, a strong communicator, and confident in bringing new ideas while advocating for Penny. A manual driving licence is essential.
Why You’ll Love This Role Full training is provided, mandatory and bespoke both in the day-to-day and therapy aspects of the role. Ongoing support and supervision provided by Penny’s case management team. All the training and support aside, Penny and her family will be a pleasure to work with.
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
£20.50 - £20.50 per hour