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Overview

He lives in his own home with a therapy dog that plays a key role in his emotional and behavioural well-being. The ideal candidate will have a calm, positive attitude, a good sense of humour, and a passion for helping others live their best life.

There are a variety of shifts available and a minimum of two overnight stays per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily Living and Household Support:
• Help maintain a structured daily routine that promotes his independence and engagement in college and extracurricular activities.
• Participate with him in activities he enjoys, including gaming, listening to music, and outdoor activities.
• Accompany him to appointments, therapy sessions, and social outings as needed.
• Involve and assist him with household tasks such as meal preparation, light cleaning, and laundry in his home.
• Behavioural and Emotional Support:
• Manage and de-escalate more challenging behaviours in a calm, supportive manner, following the behaviour management plan.
• Build a trusting relationship with him to foster emotional well-being and stability.
• Provide emotional support during difficult moments and offer encouragement to promote his independence and happiness.
• Therapy Dog Care and Interaction:
• Assist with the daily care of his therapy dog, including feeding, walking, and grooming.
• Support the interaction between him and his therapy dog to maximise the therapeutic benefits.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for both him and the therapy dog in the home.
• Promoting Interests and Hobbies:
• Engage him in his favourite activities like gaming, music, and outdoor events, adapting to his preferences and mood.
• Use your positive attitude and sense of humour to make the home life enjoyable and fulfilling.
• Encourage social interaction and community involvement to help him live his best life.
• Crisis Management:
• Respond effectively to behavioural crises, using therapeutic techniquesand de-escalation to ensure safety.
• Collaborate with Senior Carers and family to adjust care and behaviour management strategies as needed.
• Communication and Documentation:
• Maintain open and clear communication with him, his family, and the support team, using appropriate communication methods (verbal and non-verbal).
• Keep accurate records of all activities, behavioural incidents, and his progress in his home environment.

Requirements:

• Experience and Skills:
• Proven experience in supporting individuals with complex health and learning needs and understanding of therapeutic approaches.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques.
• Willingness to engage in activities like gaming, music, and activities to encourage participation and enjoyment.
• Ability to prepare and cook food safely
• Qualifications:
• Experience of working in healthcare or education within the SEN arena
• Willing to undertake training in managing challenging behaviour, safeguarding, and first aid.
• Confident to work with dogs is desirable.
• Experience of working within a team
• Personal Attributes:
• Reliable, kind, and patient, with a good sense of humour and a positive attitude.
• Calm, adaptable, and able to handle challenging situations with confidence.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in the setting.

Desirable:

• Experience of being with dogs.
• A shared interest in gaming, music, or activities to connect with him on a personal level.
• Full driver’s license and access to a vehicle (if required for transportation).

Benefits:

• Very competitive salary based on experience.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment.
• On call opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on a young man’s life, helping him live independently in his own home.
• Blue light card
• Pension scheme

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Benefits:

• Company pension

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Swavesey, Cambridgeshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Location:

• Swavesey, Cambridgeshire (preferred)

Work Location: In person