🚗 Professional SEN Support Worker (job Share opportunity available), Farnham GU10. A wonderful daytime role to work with an incredibly lovely young teenager, 14 years old, who has Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy. Up to £19.30 Gross per Hour
- Nearest Station: Farnham
- Salary/Wage: £17.00 Weekdays | £19.30 Weekends | £34.00 Bank Holidays Gross per Hour.
- Driving Requirements: Yes, your own car is needed to travel to the family home.
- Essential: Experienced in supporting a young person with a physical disability or SEN and to be flexible, as part of a team. Non-smoker/vaper.
- Desirable: Epilepsy/seizure management experience; however, training will be provided.
- Start Date: ASAP
- Days & Hours: This role is available as a job share for one or two SEN Support Workers covering weekday and weekend shifts. One Support Worker may also cover all shifts if preferred and available. Shifts: Saturdays and Sundays 10.00 am to 8.00 pm and Mondays 2.00 pm to 8.00 pm, with additional hours during school holidays and to cover annual leave, all to be mutually agreed in advance.
- Pets: One small and friendly dog who is kept away from the parts of the house used by the client / his care team.
- Recruiter Contact: Suhada Suhada@Snapcare.co.uk
About the Client: David is 14 years old and lives with his mum, dad, and younger sister in a loving, supportive family. He is charming, engaging, and has a great sense of humour, especially enjoying jokes, tricks, and making people laugh. He enjoys being read to, listening to music, talking about his favourite things and films, and taking part in fun activities at home or locally, including using his electric wheelchair in the garden. David has Cerebral Palsy affecting all four limbs (more on his right side). He can feed himself with gentle prompting but needs support with dressing and personal care. He has some communication challenges and benefits from patience, encouragement, and attentive listening. He also has epilepsy; further information is available upon application.
The Role at a Glance This role is undertaken on a 2:1 basis alongside another SEN Support Worker, or as 1:1 support, with a parent present in the home. Weekday shifts usually start at 2.00 pm (10.00 am in school holidays/weekends), supporting preparation for David’s return home and daily routine, while weekends are more relaxed and paced around rest and activities. David has a fully adapted bedroom, bathroom, and playroom, where he chooses his daily “agenda” of games and activities. Planning play, homework, therapies, and outings in advance helps him feel secure. He responds well to encouragement and reward-based motivation, particularly with hoist transfers and therapy. On Mondays, he returns from school between 3.30–4.00 pm; the earlier start allows preparation and support with the school run before his evening routine of snack, downtime, homework, therapy, tea, and bedtime.
This Job Would Suit This role suits an SEN Support Worker who can build a trusting, positive relationship with David and engage with him confidently. Experience with young teenagers and working within a family and job-share team is essential. A fun, warm, and thoughtful approach is key.
Why You’ll Love This Role Excellent onboarding, ongoing supervision and training are provided, along with strong support from a warm and welcoming family. A great opportunity to work with a special young person within a supportive team.
Recruitment Process This vacancy is being managed through Snap Care’s Shortlist Service. We will review all applications and verify the essential criteria are met before passing suitable CVs and contact details to our client/case manager, who will continue the recruitment process directly. By applying, you consent to your details being shared with our client. Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.