Support Worker

Job Title: Support Worker (Children's Services)
Location: Ormskirk
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £13.80 per hour
Sleep-In Rate: £73.50 per sleep

Role Overview:
We are recruiting experienced Support Workers to join a children's service in Ormskirk. This role involves supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Learning Disabilities (LD). You will help promote safety, independence, emotional well-being, and positive outcomes. The role requires patience, resilience, and experience working with children with ASD/LD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, individualised care to children with ASD/LD.
• Assist with daily routines including personal care, dressing, mealtimes, and life skills.
• Support children with communication needs, sensory needs, and autism-related behaviours.
• Encourage healthy routines, consistent boundaries, and emotional development.
• Promote independence, confidence, and engagement in education, leisure, and community activities.
• Help children develop social skills, emotional resilience, and daily living skills.
• Follow care plans, behavioural strategies, and therapeutic guidelines.
• Remain calm and consistent during challenging situations.
• Maintain accurate records including daily notes, incident reports, and handovers.
• Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, and health & safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and professionals.
• Attend training, supervision, and team meetings.

Person Specification - Essential:

• Experience working with children with ASD and/or Learning Disabilities.
• Strong understanding of autism-related needs, communication differences, and sensory processing.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and professionally.
• Caring, patient, and empathetic attitude.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work shift patterns including sleep-ins.
• Reliable, professional, and committed to high-quality care.
• Experience in children's residential or supported living settings.
• Knowledge of therapeutic or trauma-informed approaches.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 3 Children & Young People / Health & Social Care).
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer:

• Permanent, stable employment.
• £13.80 hourly rate and £73.50 per sleep-in.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• A rewarding role supporting children with ASD/LD to reach their potential.