Sarah

My Requirements

• Hours: 4-6 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
• Location: Our home in South Gloucestershire
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Funded by: ££ competitive rate / personal budget Local Authority

About the Role:

You’ll provide consistent, nurturing one-to-one support for our autistic son, helping with daily activities, emotional regulation, building confidence, and developing life skills in a safe and understanding environment. My son is passionate about gaming and coding, so the ability to engage with these interests and use them as tools for connection and learning would be wonderful. We also have a small therapy dog who is part of our family.

Essential Requirements:

Experience working with children
Patience, empathy, and the ability to build trusting relationships
Enhanced DBS check (or willing to obtain)
Reliable and kind
Comfortable working with a small therapy dog
Interest or experience in gaming and/or coding

Desirable:

Experience supporting autistic children and understanding of neurodiversity
Qualifications in childcare, youth work, psychology, social work, or therapeutic support
Knowledge of co-regulation strategies and child development
PACE training (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy)
Trauma-informed training and understanding (including attachment theory, ACEs awareness)
***However, training can be offered for the right candidate***

What We Offer:

Competitive hourly rate
Supportive family environment
Ongoing communication and collaboration
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference