This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible individual to make a meaningful difference in the life of a child and her family. You will be supported by a team of professionals and will work closely with therapists and family members to deliver the highest standards of care.

You must be sensitive to the needs and boundaries of the family and support the parent in maintaining the child’s structure and values. The ability to collaborate with family, follow their direction, and respect their role is essential.

While experience working with children or young people with additional needs is preferred, it is not essential. More important are the right personal qualities: a warm and playful approach, willingness to learn, flexibility, and a personality that aligns well with the child’s needs. Job-specific training will be provided.

The role requires a balance of working under the direction of the family and acting independently when appropriate. You must conduct yourself with reliability, integrity, and complete trustworthiness at all times.

 

 

We have a range of hours available to suit our clients needs. Hours will be discussed in detail during interview.

• Waking Nights Fortnightly Friday Saturday and Sunday – 12 hour shifts 08:00-20:00

Weekly Nights 8pm -8am approx. 1 – 2x a week.

         Total monthly night hours – approx. 120 hours more maybe available.

 

• Hours available days after school support 4pm-8pm approx. 75 hours monthly.

Possibly more hours for day support during school holidays.

 

 

Benefits

• Fully Enhanced DBS
• Blue Light Discount
• First Aid training
• Fully paid Induction
• Paid Essential Training
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities to make a meaningful difference to our client’s life.

 

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support clients with daily age appropriate tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Encourage and support clients to engage in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Promote independence and support clients in developing life skills.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care provided.
• Follow individual care plans and report any changes or concerns to supervisors.
• Uphold dignity, respect, and confidentiality at all times.

 

 

Person Specification –

 

Essential

• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Fun and warm person, who can communicate well with our young person.
• A willingness to learn new skills and adapt to meet our clients needs
• An ability to adapt daily support to meet therapeutic needs
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic IT skills for recording and reporting.
• Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding practices.
• Right to work in the UK (unfortunately we do not offer sponsorship).
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.
• A drivers licence.

 

Desirable

• Previous experience in a care or support role.
• Level 2 or above qualification in Health and Social Care (or working towards it).
• First Aid and Manual Handling training.
• Knowledge of person-centred care approaches.
• Understanding of specific needs (e.g., mental health, learning disabilities, autism, SEN).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (if role requires travel).

 

Application Process

First Stage: POTCM Application Form must be completed please visit our website for the direct link to the application form https://positiveotcm.co.uk/vacancies/

If you are unable to access the link from the website, please request the Application Form from recruitment@positiveotcm.co.uk, we do not accept CVs.

Please ensure that you include the Job Reference ID when requesting and completing your application form.

 

 

Second Stage: Shortlisting based on your application form, using the job description as reference.

 

 

Third Stage: Invite to Formal Interview either Online or Face to Face. We ask that you make suitable arrangements for availability on the dates specified for interview.

 

 

Final Stage: Meet and Greet with our client

We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Please contact us recruitment@positiveotcm.co.uk if you require any reasonable adjustments during our application process.