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Childrens Engagement and Support Practitioner
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Job Title: Children's Engagement and Support Practitioner
Location: Lewisham, South East London (SE6)
Job Type: 23 hours a week 2:1 Support Package
Pay rate: GBP 18.50 - GBP 20.50 PAYE
About The Role
Looking for more than a care role? Help a young girl experience life to the fullest.
Priority Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a truly rewarding role supporting a vibrant and engaging 12-year-old girl in her family home in Lewisham.
We’re not simply looking for someone to provide care; we’re looking for someone who can make a genuine difference.
About The Young Person
Our client is a bright, fun-loving and engaging 13-year-old girl who lives at home with her supportive family.
She is a full-time wheelchair user, non-verbal, PEG fed and has cerebral palsy and epilepsy. Whilst she requires physical support throughout the day, her family are passionate about ensuring she continues to enjoy new experiences, develop her communication, engage with others and live life to the fullest.
The successful candidate will play an important role in helping her access activities, build confidence, enjoy social opportunities and experience meaningful interaction both at home and in the community.
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What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting morning and evening routines
- Providing personal care and bathing support
- Supporting PEG feeding following training
- Supporting epilepsy management in line with care plans
- Creating engaging and meaningful activities
- Exploring music, sensory play, technology and communication-based activities
- Encouraging participation, interaction and social engagement
- Supporting community access, outings and activities during school holidays
- Working closely with a supportive family and wider professional team
- Helping to create positive experiences and memorable moments every day
Who We’re Looking For
More than anything, we’re looking for someone who can build a genuine connection with a young person and bring warmth, creativity and enthusiasm into her life.
You don’t necessarily need previous experience in complex care. What’s most important is your attitude, personality and willingness to learn.
This role could suit someone with experience supporting children or young people through childcare, youth work, disability support, community activities, specialist nannying, healthcare, family support or care services.
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You’ll Be Someone Who
- Loves interacting with children and young people
- Has a positive, energetic and engaging personality
- Can think creatively and come up with fun activity ideas
- Is kind, patient and compassionate
- Enjoys music, sensory activities and interactive play
- Builds trusting relationships naturally
- Has excellent spoken English
- Is reliable, committed and dependable
- Is keen to learn new skills and undertake specialist training
- Can work confidently as part of a wider team
Experience supporting children with cerebral palsy, epilepsy, PEG feeding, manual handling or complex physical disabilities would be beneficial, but personality, attitude and the ability to engage and connect are equally important.
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