Male Support Worker – Preston
| Company: | Sea support services ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.45 to £15.65 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Preston |
| Working pattern: | Field-based |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
Summary
SEA Support Services is looking for a caring, patient and reliable Male Support Worker to support a 5-year-old Deaf boy living in the Preston area.
He is inquisitive, friendly and enjoys exploring and learning. He enjoys activities such as nature, books and spending time out and about.
He communicates using BSL, home signs and gestures, so a Support Worker who can communicate clearly and confidently with him is essential.
What you will be supporting with
Supporting communication using BSL, signs and gestures
Community access and activities
Social activities and play
Supporting his daily routines
Household tasks
Sensory activities
Travel and getting out into the community
Encouraging learning and independence
Supporting him to take part in activities he enjoys
About the person
He has autism and mental health needs and benefits from a calm, structured and positive approach.
When he is happy, he may show this through smiling and thumbs up. When he is unhappy or overwhelmed, he may become more unsettled.
Support should focus on de-escalation and distraction, following the strategies outlined in his PBS plan.
Safety awareness is particularly important, including self-safety and awareness around colleagues and the surrounding environment.
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