Evening & Weekend Support Worker
- Mash Group
- Weston-super-mare, Somerset
- Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Healthcare & Medical
Job Description
Evening & Weekend Support Worker
Location: Client s home and local community in Weston Super Mare
Position Type: Part-time - Evenings & Weekends
Working Hours:
The clients family are happy to discuss hours that work for them, their child and the successful candidate and are open to building a flexible and fluid schedule that works for everyone. They feel they will require up to 18 hours per week.
About the Role:
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker/SEN TA to provide buddy support for a bright and spirited 12-year-old boy with a hypoxic brain injury living in Weston-Super-Mare. He is non-verbal but communicates confidently using Makaton and AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication).
He loves engaging in a variety of fun activities such as:
What We re Looking For:
A full job description and person specification are available on request. We'd love to hear from individuals who share our passion for inclusive, child-centred support.
Please note: Right to Work checks will be completed. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.
Location: Client s home and local community in Weston Super Mare
Position Type: Part-time - Evenings & Weekends
Working Hours:
The clients family are happy to discuss hours that work for them, their child and the successful candidate and are open to building a flexible and fluid schedule that works for everyone. They feel they will require up to 18 hours per week.
About the Role:
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker/SEN TA to provide buddy support for a bright and spirited 12-year-old boy with a hypoxic brain injury living in Weston-Super-Mare. He is non-verbal but communicates confidently using Makaton and AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication).
He loves engaging in a variety of fun activities such as:
- Arcades & soft play
- Bowling & cinema trips (he loves dancing in the aisles!)
- Horse riding
- Banger racing with his dad
- Outdoor adventures in local parks
What We re Looking For:
- An NVQ in Care
- Experience working with children who have a brain injury and Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- A personality that is energetic, outgoing, confident, and playful.
- Knowledge of Makaton would be useful but training can be provided
- Experience with Epilepsy is strongly recommended
- Flexibility in working hours, particularly during half-term periods.
- Confident around animals (the family has dogs, horses, and rabbits)
- A nurturing and flexible approach to care
- This role is ideal for those working or seeking experience in SEN school environments.
- Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check
- Full UK driving licence is essential and access to own car
- Commitment to promoting a fun, safe, and inclusive environment
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the family and therapists
A full job description and person specification are available on request. We'd love to hear from individuals who share our passion for inclusive, child-centred support.
Please note: Right to Work checks will be completed. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.
About Mash Group