Activity Support Assistant - Adults' Short Breaks (VN079)

North East Autism Society; Edmondsley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization for autism support in the County Durham area is seeking individuals to assist young adults in accessing activities and developing independence. While experience in health and social care is not necessary, a positive attitude and good communication skills are essential. This rewarding role includes comprehensive training and support to help you thrive in your career.

Benefits

Base salary rising with increments

Sleep-in shift bonuses

Free meals

Over 7 weeks’ holiday

Pension scheme

Access to salary advance

Training support for Level 3 Diploma

Employee discounts

Access to Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships.
• Drive and resilience for demanding roles.

Responsibilities

• Support young people and adults in various activities.
• Help individuals develop independence in a supportive environment.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team player

Can-do attitude

Resilience

Job description

• Base salary of £19,661.15 rising to £20,241.18 with increments
• Boost your salary with sleep‑ins at around £90 a shift
• Free meals provided at work
• Over 7 weeks’ holiday a year
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Instant access to up to 40% of your salary as you earn it
• You’ll be paid and supported to achieve your Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
• Further specialist training to develop your career
• Employee discounts on over 130,000 shops and entertainment venues
• Access to Blue Light Card, the discount service for emergency and social care staff
• Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing
• Refer-a-friend scheme – receive £300
• Beautiful working environment

About the role

We run six luxury lodges on our beautiful 77-acre farm in the County Durham countryside offering personalised short breaks and activities for young people and adults.

Working independently and as part of a team, you’ll support young people and adults to access a range of activities, both on site and in the community. Whatever their passions or goals, you’ll help them widen their experiences and develop their independence in a home-away-from-home environment.

About you

While we value experience, it is not essential to have previously worked in health and social care, or with autistic people. Our comprehensive induction, training and mentoring will give you all the skills and tools you need to thrive in your career.

All that we ask is that you are a good team player with a can‑do attitude, drive and resilience for what can be a demanding role. You should be friendly and approachable with good communication skills, enabling you to build positive, trusting relationships with the adults in your care.

Our staff come from all walks of life, and bring their experiences, interests and skills – be that cooking, sports, the outdoors, art or crafts – with them to enrich adults’ lives. If you’re seeking a rewarding job and want to make a genuine difference, this is the role for you.