Additional Support Worker (Driver preferred)

Autism Initiatives; Sefton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid by employer

Ongoing training and development

Work Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)

Job summary

Autism Initiatives is seeking an Additional Support Worker (Driver preferred) in Maghull, Merseyside. The role offers flexible shifts at £13.01 per hour, with full training and DBS processing provided. You’ll help people supported live as independently as possible across settings like Supported Living and Outreach.

We value communication, empathy and a proactive, team-oriented attitude. DBS costs are paid by the employer and opportunities for progression exist within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Empathetic and supportive approach to others.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Able to work with others and on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in community activities and daily living.
• Assist with accessing local walks, parks and leisure events.
• Support people in voluntary work and social activities.
• Work across various settings, promoting independence.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Patient and caring

Willingness to learn

Team player with initiative

Flexible working

Job description

Additional Support Worker (Driver preferred)

Maghull, Merseyside

£13.01 per hour

Looking to start a career where you can really make a difference? Then we want you to be a part of our team!

Becoming an Additional Support Worker with Autism Initiatives is a brilliant opportunity to work flexibly as you start your career in social care. Whether you have worked in social care before or not, we offer a supportive environment and ongoing training to support you in your new role.

What do we look for in an Additional Support Worker?

• A good verbal and written communicator
• Patient, caring and supportive
• A passion to develop and learn new skills
• Ability to work to your own initiative and be a team player
• Able to work flexibly

More about the role

As an Additional Support Worker, no two days are the same and you will enjoy a role which brings a lot of variety. The people we support are at the heart of everything we do, and our Additional Support Workers play a key role in encouraging the people we support to live as independently as possible. Our Additional Support Workers work in a variety of settings including, Supported Living, Resource Centres and Outreach. Our services work hard to create person centred support plans for each individual and their preferred activities which can include:

• Access community activities such as local walks
• Trips to the park
• Swimming and going to the cinema
• Supporting people in their voluntary work

Working patterns

Our Additional Support Workers work flexibly and can book onto shifts through our Worksearch app. We offer a variety of shifts which you can fit around your lifestyle. This includes, day shifts, night shifts and weekend work.

Our offer to you

• Career progression opportunities.
• Full initial training and ongoing development programme to support you in your role.
• An enhanced DBS that we pay for.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
• Work Pension Scheme

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The cost of which will be met with by Autism Initiatives.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.

www.autisminitiatives.org

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