Support Worker

Description

Support Worker / PA, Basingstoke, RG22. Fantastic opportunity available for a professional, flexible and open-minded Support Worker / PA to support a bright and engaging 19-year-old young man with a hearing impairment to access the community, build independence and explore meaningful activities. £19.00 Gross per Hour.

• Nearest Station: Basingstoke Railway Station

• Salary/Wage: £19.00 Gross per Hour | £152.00 Gross per Shift

• Driving Requirements: Yes, driver essential. Automatic vehicle available for use on duty

• Essential: Experience supporting young people. Comfortable working in a home with dogs

• Preferred: Experience supporting hearing impairments, BSL experience, swimmer

• Start Date: ASAP

• Days & Hours: One day per week, mutually agreed with the client, 10.00am–6.00pm (8-hour shift including paid 20-minute break)

• Pets in Home: One small friendly dog

• Recruiter Contact: Suhada

About this child/client: Jack, 19, is a thoughtful and engaging young man who enjoys cinema trips, walks, cooking and learning British Sign Language (BSL) alongside his family. Jack has a bilateral hearing impairment and uses double cochlear implants. He communicates verbally, although speech can sometimes be fast, quiet or trail off, and receives Speech and Language Therapy support. Jack lives at home with his family and would like support to build confidence, independence and explore new hobbies and activities in the community.

Overview of role: You will support Jack to safely access the community, attend activities and appointments, build independence and develop new hobbies and interests. The role involves companionship, practical support and encouragement while adapting communication to suit Jack’s needs. You will support someone using cochlear implants and be encouraged to learn BSL, formally or informally.

Who this role would suit: A calm, patient and approachable Support Worker with strong emotional intelligence and experience supporting young people. You will be flexible, encouraging and able to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries. Strong communication skills are essential, alongside a willingness to learn BSL. You should be respectful, adaptable and comfortable supporting diverse identities and pronouns.

What’s great about this job: This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference while working within a supportive family environment. You will gain experience with alternative communication approaches, including BSL, while helping Jack achieve meaningful goals and greater independence. Online Health & Safety and face-to-face First Aid training are provided.

Recruitment Process: This vacancy is managed through Snap Care’s Shortlist Service. Applications will be reviewed to confirm essential criteria before suitable candidates are shared with the client/case manager to continue the recruitment process directly. By applying, you consent to your details being shared with the client.

Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.

Ad ID: 5418363612